What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant or Certified Medical Assistant - Cardiology position at Marshfield Clinic Health System (MCHS)?
Description
This position may be eligible for a Sign On Bonus!
JOB SUMMARY
The Certified Medical Assistant functions as an important member of the healthcare teams by providing basic clinical, clerical, and technical support to assist providers in planning for patients’ care, comfort, and safety. The individual performs in a manner consistent with Marshfield Clinic Health System’s (MCHS) mission, policies, and initiatives while maintaining patient confidentiality at all times.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
Minimum Required : Graduate of a Medical Assistant program OR Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) diploma OR applicable coursework to obtain license below.
Preferred / Optional : None
EXPERIENCE
Minimum Required : None
Preferred / Optional : Experience in healthcare.
CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSES
Minimum Required : : Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) within three months of hire and one of the following :
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification awarded by the American Association or Medical Assistants (AAMA)
- Registered Medical Assistant registration from the American Medical Technologist (AMT)
- Registered Medical Assistant registry from the American Registry of Medical Assistants (ARMA)
- Licensed Practical Nurse license in the state of Wisconsin or equivalent
National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
Preferred / Optional : Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) at time of hire.
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.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
Minimum Required : One of the following :
Preferred / Optional : Experience in healthcare experience.
CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSES
Minimum Required : Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) within three months of hire.
Preferred / Optional : Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) at time of hire.
