Certified Medical Aid | Alex Sirridge | Advent Health Shawnee Mission | Careers in Healthcare | Episode 8

Welcome to the 8th episode of Health Science Coach, a guide to your healthcare career. Today we take a look into the life of a Certified Medical Aid and Certified Nurses Assistant
With a passion for photography, Alex decided to make a career change. He is now working towards becoming a Nurse and has some great inside on why working as a float Medical Assistant has helped him find his new career path. 
Job Summary:
The Medical Assistant will assist the provider in the delivery of medical care to clinic patients.  Maintain high customer service skills with all patient interactions.  The Medical Assistant (MA) is accountable for the performance of tasks and responsibilities within the framework of supportive and restorative care under the direction of the clinic physician.  Under the general direction of the Manager, the position is responsible for being an effective multi-task-oriented individual that provides healthcare services and recognizes patient conditions essential for successful completion of duties and responsibilities.  Must possess computer skills necessary to document patient information in E.M.R. in accordance with protocols and guidelines established, communicated, and trained.  Customer service skills are essential in all aspects of the position.
At AdventHealth, formerly Shawnee Mission Health, our team embraces a uniquely powerful mission to extend the healing ministry of Christ by providing whole-person care. We’re guided by the eight universal aspects of CREATION Life — Choice, Rest, Environment, Activity, Trust, Interpersonal Relationships, Outlook, and Nutrition — which extend from our patients to every single member of our team. One of the many benefits of working at AdventHealth is that we strive to foster a positive culture that ensures each of our team members can play an important role in our growth and evolution. We’re also proud to be part of the AdventHealth network of care, which was recently named to Becker’s Hospital Review’s 150 Top Places to Work in Health Care and has been recognized seven years running by the Gallup Great Workplace Award. If you're interested in a career at AdventHealth, review our hospital job openings.

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