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Medical AssistantSanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.Location: Weston, WIShift: 8 Hours - Day ShiftsJob Schedule: Full timeWeekly Hours: 36.00Salary Range: $19.00 - $29.50May be eligible for a sign-on bonus!Full-time benefits 36 hours/week; option to work 4.5 days/week or have a full day off biweekly. Travel between Wausau and Weston locations.Job Summary: The Medical Assistant (MA) functions within the administration pre-defined scope of practice guidelines per state location of practice. The MA in the ambulatory care setting collects subjective and objective health status data from the patient or caregiver and communicates this data to the health care provider. Participates in the care of patients by providing contributing data to licensed health care professionals; and following through on the patient's plan of care under the direction of the provider. Communicates the provider's written instructions for care to the patient, or caregiver, by transmission of specifically defined information. Will participate in care for patients, across the lifespan, in all phases of preventative care, health maintenance, treatment, and follow-up as patients move in and out of care settings. Performs a variety of duties under the direct supervision of a person licensed to practice medicine. A sampling of the specialized clinical duties performed includes, but is not limited to, obtaining vital signs, preparing patients for examinations, observing and reporting patient's signs or symptoms, and performing point of care testing.Qualifications: Must be a graduate of a recognized Medical Assistant program or successful completion of the following courses or recognized equivalent from an accredited institution within 12 months of hire: Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology and Pharmacology. Two years' experience as a Medical Assistant is required if education is not met at time of hire. Prior experience in a healthcare setting is preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment. Re-certification as required.Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance.
Worksite address
schofield, WI, 54476, US
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