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
For positions requiring education beyond a high school diploma or equivalent, educational qualifications must be from an institution whose accreditation is recognized by the Council for Higher Education and Accreditation.
Minimum Required: High School diploma or equivalent and one of the following:
Graduate of a Medical Assistant programDocumented successful completion of the following courses or (their recognized course equivalent):Medical Terminology from an accredited institution or completed on line through Universal Class.Anatomy & Physiology or Body Structure & Function or Human Body in Health & Disease from an accredited institution or completed on line through Universal Class.Pharmacology from an accredited institution.Two years of Medical Assistant-related work experience and completion of the required educational courses listed above within the first 12 months from hire.Preferred/Optional: Experience in healthcare experience.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES
The following licensure(s), certification(s), registration(s), etc., are required for this position. Licenses with restrictions are subject to review to determine if restrictions are substantially related to the position.
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.
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Certified Medical Assistant
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
For positions requiring education beyond a high school diploma or equivalent, educational qualifications must be from an institution whose accreditation is recognized by the Council for Higher Education and Accreditation.
Minimum Required: Graduate of a Medical Assistant program with AAMA or RMA, certified required. Documented successful completion of the following courses (of their recognized course equivalent):
Medical TerminologyAnatomy & Physiology or Body Structure & Function or Human Body in Health & DiseasePharmacologyPreferred/Optional: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license awarded by the State of Wisconsin.
EXPERIENCE
Minimum Required: None
Preferred/Optional: Experience in healthcare.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES
The following licensure(s), certification(s), registration(s), etc., are required for this position. Licenses with restrictions are subject to review to determine if restrictions are substantially related to the position.
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 of Medical Assistants (AAMA)Registered Medical Assistant registration from the American Medical Technologist (AMT)Preferred/Optional: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification awarded by the American Heart Association (AHA) at time of hire. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license awarded by the State of Wisconsin.
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Medical Assistant - Apprentice
The Medical Assistant - Apprentice works under the direction of a Medical Assistant mentor for on-the-job training to provide basic clinical, clerical, and technical support to assist providers in planning for patients’ care, comfort, and safety. The Medical Assistant - Apprentice performs in a manner consistent with Marshfield Clinic Health System’s (MCHS) mission, policies, and initiatives while maintaining patient confidentiality at all times.
The Medical Assistant Apprenticeship program will provide Medical Assistant training to learn how to be a medical assistant at Marshfield Clinic Health System. No clinical experience is necessary for candidates. Once hired at Marshfield Clinic Health System one will need to be enrolled/accepted into the clinic paid Medical Assistant ICATAP program prior to starting the apprenticeship. The apprentice would work in a clinic department 32 hours per week as a Medical Assistant - Apprentice and then would be paid for 8 hours per week of educational training time for a total of 40 hours per week.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
Minimum Required: High School diploma or equivalent. Enrollment in ICATAP MA Apprenticeship Program
Preferred/Optional: Completion of a Medical Terminology course. Graduate of a vocational technical Health Unit Coordinator Program, Medical Office Specialist, or Medical Secretary.
EXPERIENCE
Minimum Required: Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Keyboard, computer, and telephone proficiency.
Preferred/Optional: Six months’ previous experience with MCHS or related entity.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES
The following licensure(s), certification(s), registration(s), etc., are required for this position. Licenses with restrictions are subject to review to determine if restrictions are substantially related to the position.
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.
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.
At Marshfield Clinic Health System, we are fully committed to addressing health equity, diversity and inclusion for our employees and providers, our patients, and the communities we serve. We believe that every individual should have the opportunity to attain their highest level of health. We embrace diversity and welcome differences in who we are and how we think. We believe that any individual or group should feel welcomed, respected and valued. View our Equity and Inclusion Statement here.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.