Healthcare Ascension

Medical Assistant MA - Outpatient Clinic


PayCompetitive
LocationOneonta/Alabama
Employment typeFull-Time

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  • Job Description

      Req#: 349790
      Details

      • Department: Outpatient Clinic
      • Schedule: PRN as needed, Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, No call, No weekends or holidays
      • Hospital: Ascension St. Vincent's Blount
      • Location: Oneonta, Alabama

      Medical Assistant Experience in a clinic setting preferred.


      Benefits

      Paid time off (PTO)
      Various health insurance options & wellness plans
      Retirement benefits including employer match plans
      Long-term & short-term disability
      Employee assistance programs (EAP)
      Parental leave & adoption assistance
      Tuition reimbursement
      Ways to give back to your community

      *Please note, benefits and benefits eligibility can vary by position, exclusions may apply for some roles (for example: Travel, PRN, Short-Term Option, etc.). Actual compensation offer will vary based upon role, education, experience, location, and qualifications. Connect with your Talent Advisor for additional specifics.


      Responsibilities

      Assist with the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician.

      • Assist with treatments ordered by physician as supervised by physician or registered nurse. Perform select clinical duties.
      • Interview patients, measure vital signs, and record information on patients' charts. Prepare treatment rooms for examination of patients.
      • Perform basic clerical duties including answering the phone, maintaining records, and filing.
      • Perform basic materials management functions to include ordering and stocking of supplies. Assist with maintaining a clean and orderly environment.

      Requirements

      Licensure / Certification / Registration:

      • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association OR American Red Cross accepted.
      • Medical Assistant preferred.

      Education:

      • High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
        • Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

      Additional Preferences

      Medical assistant experience preferred

      Computer skills and customer service is a must


      Why Join Our Team

      Ascension St. Vincent's employs over 4,800 associates and has been serving Birmingham and surrounding communities for more than 122 years. As an associate, you will find rewarding career opportunities at one of our five hospitals and several other healthcare facilities including an outpatient wellness facility that offers medical, imaging, fitness, nutrition and spa services.

      Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

      Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.


      Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

      Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

      For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

      As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.

      Pay Non-Discrimination Notice

      Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.

      This employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click the E-Verify link below for more information.

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      Licensure / Certification / Registration:

      • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association OR American Red Cross accepted.
      • Medical Assistant preferred.

      Education:

      • High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
        • Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

      Assist with the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a physician.

      • Assist with treatments ordered by physician as supervised by physician or registered nurse. Perform select clinical duties.
      • Interview patients, measure vital signs, and record information on patients' charts. Prepare treatment rooms for examination of patients.
      • Perform basic clerical duties including answering the phone, maintaining records, and filing.
      • Perform basic materials management functions to include ordering and stocking of supplies. Assist with maintaining a clean and orderly environment.
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