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Medical Assistant/LPN - Neurology

Sanford Health

Sioux Falls, SD 57104

Posted/Updated: Today

Job Description

Facility: Van Demark Building
Address: 1210 W 18th St, Sioux Falls, SD 57104
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40.00
Salary Range: $19.00 - $29.50
Sign-on bonus available for eligible applicants

Department Details

Are you searching for a career of growth and development while being able to make a real difference in patients' lives? If so, we want you to join our team at our Sanford neurology clinic. You will play a vital role in delivering exceptional care and work alongside a team of skilled medical staff and support personnel.

This is a fast paced, supportive, and collaborative environment that values compassion and prioritizes a positive work culture! We would love to have you join us in making a meaningful impact on our patients lives.

Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm! No weekends, no holidays, and or on-call!

Job Summary

We’re seeking a caring, responsible, and empathetic Medical Assistant (MA/CMA) who will be involved in assisting with patient care for all ages in an ambulatory setting. The Medical Assistant will be an advocate for the patient’s needs by collaborating with both the patient and their care team to ensure that the patient is comfortable throughout their healthcare journey at Sanford. As a Medical Assistant, you can look forward to creating strong bonds with your patients and co-workers and have multiple opportunities for growth and development.

Responsibilities

Collects subjective and objective health status data from the patient or caregiver and communicates data to healthcare provider. Follows through on the patient’s plan of care under the direction of the provides. Communicates the provider’s written instructions for care to the patient, or caregiver. Participates 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 setting. Obtains vital signs, prepares patients for examinations, observes and reports patient’s signs or symptoms, and performs point of care testing

Job Requirements
Must be a graduate of a recognized Medical Assistant program. Prior experience in a healthcare setting is preferred. Nationally certified or registered as a Medical Assistant (MA). Certification (CMA) obtained through a nationally approved certification program for medical assistant, including but not limited to: American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) through the National HealthCareer Association (NHA), Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC) through the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA), or National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) through the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), etc. Registration (RMA) obtained through the American Medical Technologists (AMT) also acceptable.

MAs working within Minnesota (MN), Iowa (IA), South Dakota (SD) and Oregon (OR) do not require state registration. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment. Re-certification as required.