LPN or Medical Assistant - Orthopedics

Medical Assistant

Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in the United States. If you're looking to start or further develop your career in healthcare, join our ambulatory nursing care team which sees 5.2 million clinic and outpatient visits every year. Our workplace culture focuses on treating patients and co-workers like family.

We are looking for skilled LPNs and MAs to join our fast paced, growing Urgent Care team. Join this busy, growing orthopedic clinic in the Black Hills and work alongside a great team of surgeons and PAs.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Reputation for Excellence: Black Hills Surgical Hospital consistently ranks among the nation's top surgical hospitals!
• Professional Growth: Access to Sanford Health's robust development programs, continuing education, and advancement opportunities.
• Competitive Package: We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the stability of a leading health system.
• Beautiful Location: Live and work at the gateway to the Black Hills Rapid City offers stunning scenery, outdoor adventures, and a welcoming community.

Job Summary: We're seeking a caring, responsible, and empathetic Medical Assistant (MA/CMA) who will be involved in assisting with patient care for all ages in an ambulatory setting. The Medical Assistant will be an advocate for the patient's needs by collaborating with both the patient and their care team to ensure that the patient is comfortable throughout their healthcare journey at Sanford.

Responsibilities:

• Collects subjective and objective health status data from the patient or caregiver and communicates data to healthcare provider
• Follows through on the patient's plan of care under the direction of the provider
• Communicates the provider's written instructions for care to the patient, or caregiver
• Participates in care for patients, across the lifespan, in all phases of preventative care, health maintenance, treatment, and follow-up as patients move in and out of care settings
• Obtains vital signs, prepares patients for examinations, observes and reports patient's signs or symptoms, and performs point of care testing

Qualifications:

• Must be a graduate of a recognized Medical Assistant program.
• Prior experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.
• Nationally certified or registered as a Medical Assistant (MA).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six months of employment.

Benefits: Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance.