Medical Assistant - Family Medicine, Gate Parkway - MA

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/benefits/) – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.

• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.

• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.

• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.

• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

At Mayo Clinic's Family Medicine department, Medical Assistants (MAs) play a vital role in patient care and clinic operations. We are seeking dedicated professionals eager to utilize their full range of clinical and administrative skills. Medical Assistants in our clinics operate with a degree of independence, while also consistently collaborating with Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) and Registered Nurses (RNs) who oversee daily clinic operations. We hire MAs to operate at the full extent of their scope, maximizing their clinical and administrative skills within their designated roles. While we encourage continuous skill development, MAs are generally not cross-trained to work across different departments, allowing for focused expertise within their primary role. At Family Medicine, Medical Assistants are empowered to utilize their full range of skills, operating at the top of their scope to support patient care and clinical operations. We are deeply committed to fostering a supportive work environment and actively encourage the continuous professional development of our staff.

Key Responsibilities:

Patient rooming and preparation.

Conducting virtual visits.

Providing crucial support to providers during a variety of specialized procedures, including IUD insertions, Pap smears, and biopsies.

Managing in-basket messages as appropriate.

Completing provider-related documentation and administrative tasks.

Stocking exam rooms and monitoring expiration dates.

Important Note: Patient check-ins and scheduling are handled by dedicated administrative departments, allowing our Medical Assistants to focus on clinical and direct patient support.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED equivalent. Graduate from a Medical Assistant diploma or associate degree program or hold an active Medical Assistant certification (CMA), or registration (RMA) or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) certification.

Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) competency.

Active Medical Assistant certification (CMA), or registration (RMA) or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) is preferred.

Additional Qualifications:

Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).

Experience working in a team environment.

Computer proficiency required, including prior experience with electronic medical record systems.

Ability to work daytime hours, flexibility may be required to meet staffing needs.

Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Monday-Friday; 8hr shifts between 6:45am-6:00pm

Weekend Schedule

Rotating Saturdays

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/alllocations)

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf) and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Recruiter

Alexis DiRosa

Equal opportunity

As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.