Surgery Center Medical Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Come join CCRM Fertility, a global pioneer in fertility treatment, research, science, specializing in IVF, fertility testing, egg freezing, preimplantation genetic testing, third party reproduction and egg donation. As a member of CCRM Fertility’s diverse team of professionals, you will be a part of helping families grow and changing lives. We take pride in providing our employees with meaningful employment, a supportive culture, and a well-balanced personal & work life alignment. For more information, visit

Location Address: 6565 France Ave South, Suite 400, Edina, MN 55435

Department: Surgery

Work Schedule:  Monday - Friday (Start time varies 6:30-7:30am), Rotating weekends and Holidays

What We Offer Our Team Members:

• 401(k) Plan with Company Match (first of the month following 2 months of service)
• Professional Development, Job Training, and Cross Training Opportunities
• Potential for Over-time Pay (Time and a half)
• Holiday Differential Pay (Time and a half)
• Weekend Shift Differential Pay ($4.00 per hour)

How You Will Make an Impact:   The Medical Assistant provides essential support to both healthcare providers and patients; often the first point of contact for patients, contributing to a positive and reassuring patient experience. This role directly contributes to patient care by measuring vital signs, preparing patients for examinations, and assisting with minor medical procedures, which enhance the efficiency of healthcare delivery, creating a smoother and more patient-centric fertility journey.

What You Will Do:   The Medical Assistant is responsible for the daily management of patients through administrative and clinical tasks to support the smooth operation of the Surgery Center. This position will coordinate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide the essential services needed. The Medical Assistant reports directly to the Surgery Nurse Manager.

• Prepare patient charts for upcoming procedures: update health information, allergies, current medications, pre-operative history and physical completed within 30 days of procedure, lab results are in chart or scheduled, surgery admission forms sent and completed, meds have been ordered, and future appointments have been scheduled.
• Schedule operative hysteroscopies.
• Communicate with physician and perioperative team that includes nurses and CRNA any changes in patient condition, abnormal vital signs, lab results, and abnormal patient response.
• Prepare minor sterile procedure trays for embryo transfers.
• Prep procedure rooms respective to patient appointment.
• Maintain patient workflow to meet scheduling requirements.
• Order and schedule lab tests and appointments as directed.
• Order prescriptions/refills for patients; notify patient upon completion.
• Turn-over and disinfect rooms/bays/OR after each patient.
• Equipment maintenance: identify any need for supplies/parts/repair and notify nurse manager.
• Assist in inventory maintenance and stocking.
• Assist with daily logs and required checks.
• Scan surgery/procedure charts into EMR.
• Perform urine pregnancy test, document results in EMR, and communicate with perioperative team prior to procedure.
• Escort patients to elevator and parking ramp as needed.
• Properly wash, dry and package instruments, hysteroscopic scopes and accessories with attention to detail following instructions for use and policies/procedures.
• Autoclave cleaned instruments, scopes and accessories, document size and type of instrument on package, change sterile/cleaning solution, and document in the soak-log.
• Terminal monthly cleaning and outdates. 
• Assist with QA/QI projects.
• Maintain HIPAA and Confidentiality for all patient and clinic information, HIV confidentiality.
• Understand and assess potential domestic violence and child abuse issues and report concerns to Medical Director or Practice Administrator.
• Other duties as assigned.

What You Bring: 

• High School Diploma Required.
• Medical Assistant (MA) -or- Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) credential.
• BCLS certification required.
• 1+ year Medical Assistant -or- Licensed Practical Nursing experience preferred.

Working Conditions:   The physical demands described here are representative of those which should be met, with or without reasonable accommodation (in accordance with ADA Guidelines), by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This job operates in a professional office, clinical, surgical and/or laboratory setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, including computer keyboard and mouse; telephones; photocopiers; scanners; filing cabinets as well as clinic and surgery equipment such as vital sign machines, patient carts/beds, OR equipment, ultrasound machines and autoclave. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will interact with others and ensure compliance with medical regulations, ethical guidelines, and organizational policies to maintain the highest standards of care and patient and staff safety. 

CCRM’s Compensation: The salary range represents the national average compensation for this position. The base salary offered will vary based on location, experience, skills, and knowledge. The pay range does not reflect the total compensation package. Our rewards may include an annual bonus, flexible work arrangements, and many other region-specific benefits.

Pre-Employment Requirements:   All offers of employment are conditional upon the successful completion of the CCRM Fertility onboarding process, including verification of eligibility and authorization to work in the United States. This employer participates in the E-Verify Program in order to verify the identity and work authorization of all newly hired employees.

Equal Employment/Anti-Discrimination :  We are an equal-opportunity employer. In all aspects of employment, including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, the choice will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.