Medical Assistant-FMG FWF

Job Overview

Fairview has an immediate opening for a Medical Assistant to join our team. This is a 1.0 FTE ( 80 hours per two week pay period), benefits-eligible opening. This position is eligible for up to a $2000 New Hire Sign On Bonus!

This position is a flex position, floating to sites at UMMC West Bank Riverside campus, Wellness Hub at St. Paul and the Edina Hub.

This MA position supports the Flex Workforce. Flex workforce employees regularly travel to multiple clinics to fill open shifts and "regular" travel is defined as the expectation to be available to travel 100% at any time to different locations based on the business needs. The length of the assignment at a location will vary based on need (i.e., 1 day for ill call or an extended period of time), which includes the expectation to travel to more than one clinic during the day at a moment's notice. The nature of travel expectations (100%) and schedule expectations (unpredictable) provide a clear distinction between flex workforce employees and the expectations for travel (none or occasionally) and schedules (predictable) for other employees.

As a member of the care team, the Medical Assistant supports quality patient- and family-centered care principles through performing a variety of high-level functions within a care team to support the needs of the healthcare team and patients / families.

Responsibilities

Follows the patient's plan of care.

Prioritizes work based on patient acuity, available resources, patient / family preferences, provider schedule, in collaboration with the physician / authorized practitioner and other health care team members.

Performs high and low risk technical procedures defined by the clinical setting includes medication administration, assistance with CPR, assistance with procedures and may include lab draws.

Recognizes when different approaches may be needed based on age or cultural differences.

Implements assigned aspects of the patient teaching plan.

Documents care in the medical record.

Effectively communicates compliance and concerns to delegating physician / authorized practitioner / RN.

Takes action to assure continuity of care for all assigned patient.

Adheres to all relevant policies, procedures, and practice guidelines.

Responds appropriately to emergent situations

Functions as care team assistant as needed

Required Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program or LPN is required.

Non-Certified Applicants with less than six (6) months of Medical Assistant experience must have graduated from an accredited school with a clinical externship

Basic Life Support Certification is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Ambulatory Care Experience is preferred.

AAMA Certification is preferred.

Benefit Overview

Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link for additional information :

Compensation Disclaimer

An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

EEO Statement

EEO / Vet / Disabled : All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status