Medical Assistant​/Certified Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant / Certified Medical Assistant

Job Summary:

The Medical Assistant functions as an important member of the healthcare team by providing basic clinical, clerical, and technical support to assist providers in planning for patients’ care, comfort, and safety. The Medical Assistant performs in a manner consistent with Marshfield Clinic’s mission, policies, and initiatives while maintaining patient confidentiality at all times. This position may be eligible for a sign‑on bonus.

• Prepares instruments, equipment, and materials needed for patient care; keeps exam rooms aseptic, neat, and supplied.
• Obtains and documents complete patient data in a timely and accurate manner.
• Prepares patients for exams and assists provider with exams/tests/procedures as needed.
• Instructs patients in preparation for specific procedures and tests when appropriate.
• Performs basic procedures as ordered by provider and within scope of practice.
• Processes provider’s orders, prepares appropriate forms, and schedules appointments and services. Arranges for hospital admission when indicated.
• Ensures that charges are submitted in a timely manner.
• Assists the provider with obtaining test results.
• Proficiently uses computer applications as required for patient care.
• Processes prescriptions as directed.
• Communicates with patients regarding their concerns, collects information, and relays this information professionally and efficiently to the provider.
• Stays up‑to‑date in job‑related skills, competencies, and required certification(s) or registries.
• Regular attendance is required in order to carry out the essential functions of the position.
• Reviews and meets ongoing competency requirements of the role to maintain the skills, knowledge, and abilities to perform, within scope, role‑specific functions.

• Other duties as assigned.
• Trains and mentors new employees and students.
• Acts as a resource for problem solving and leads change initiatives within the department.
• Assists in policy and procedure development and review.
• May participate in interviews.

• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) diploma.
• Documented successful completion of the following courses or their recognized equivalents:
  • Medical Terminology from an accredited institution or completed online through Universal Class.
  • Anatomy & Physiology or Body Structure & Function or Human Body in Health & Disease from an accredited institution or completed online through Universal Class.
  • Pharmacology from an accredited institution.
• Two years of Medical Assistant–related work experience and completion of the required educational courses within the first 12 months from hire.
• Experience in healthcare is Preferred/Optional.

• Minimum
  
  Required:
  
  Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) within three months of hire.
• Minimum Required (additional):
  • Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification awarded by the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA).
  • Registered Medical Assistant from the American Medical Technologists (AMT).
  • Registered Medical Assistant registry from the American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA).
  • Licensed Practical Nurse license in the state of Wisconsin or equivalent.
• Preferred/Optional:
  Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) at time of hire.

Marshfield Clinic Health System is committed to enriching the lives of others through accessible, affordable and compassionate healthcare. Successful applicants will listen, serve and put the needs of patients and customers first.

Exclusion From Federal Programs:
Employee may not at any time have been or be excluded from participation in any federally funded program, including Medicare and Medicaid. This is a condition of employment. Employee must immediately notify his/her manager or the Health System’s Compliance Officer if he/she is threatened with exclusion or becomes excluded from any federally funded program.

Marshfield Clinic Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.