Medical Assistant - MA - Dermatology Clinic
Sanford Health
Summary
The Medical Assistant (MA) functions within the administration pre-defined scope of practice guidelines per state location of practice.
Job description
Department Details
- Join our small, team-oriented clinic that is actively expanding into a new clinic space
- Lead a dynamic, tenured nursing team and collaborate with 12 dermatology providers and 8 plastics providers
- Opportunity to mentor staff and influence clinic operations during an exciting growth phase
- Build strong relationships with both patients and providers in a collaborative environment
- Work alongside an enthusiastic team that is passionate about patient care
- Flexible daytime schedule with no nights, weekends, holidays, or on-call shifts
Summary
The Medical Assistant (MA) functions within the administration pre-defined scope of practice guidelines per state location of practice.
Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Medical assistant to join our Sanford Health Team. The ideal candidate is adaptable, caring, and team focused. Medical Assistants assist nursing staff and providers to deliver high-quality patient care in a positive environment. Our Medical Assistants have the ability to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our patients and their families.
Qualifications
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. Additional state requirements include: North Dakota (ND) registration as an MAIII through the ND Board of Nursing. If the incumbent does not already hold their registration as an MAIII through the ND Board of Nursing at time of hire they will be granted 4 months to obtain registration. All medication administration performed by the incumbent prior to obtaining the MAIII must be supervised by a licensed nurse. Additionally, must also be registered on the ND Board of Nursing UAP Registry if they do not possess MAIII registration at time of hire. 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.
Requirements
- Graduate of a recognized Medical Assistant program
- Nationally certified or registered as a Medical Assistant (MA)
- Certification (CMA) through a nationally approved program (AAMA, NHA, AMCA, NCCT, etc.) or Registration (RMA) through AMT
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment
- Prior experience in a healthcare setting is preferred
Benefits
- Sign-on Bonus
- Educational Assistance
- Specialized Onboarding & Training
- No Nights/Weekends/Holidays
- Day Shift
Company overview
Sanford Health is one of the largest integrated healthcare delivery systems in the United States, operating as a nonprofit organization headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Founded in 1894, the organization has grown into a comprehensive health system with 44 medical centers, 482 clinics, and more than 200 senior living facilities across 26 states and nine countries. Sanford Health provides a full spectrum of healthcare services including acute care hospitals, specialty clinics, senior care through the Good Samaritan Society, genomic medicine, global clinics, and the Sanford Health Plan insurance program. The system employs over 48,000 healthcare professionals including 1,400 physicians and delivers care through five Centers of Excellence: Cancer, Children's, Heart, Orthopedics/Sports Medicine, and Women's Health. Annually, Sanford Health handles approximately 5.3 million outpatient visits, 84,000 admissions, and 136,000 surgeries. The organization is also actively involved in medical research and education through partnerships with academic institutions, positioning itself as a regional healthcare leader in the Midwest with expanding international presence.