Clinic Technician - Outpatient General Surgery Clinic
About The Position
Foundation Health Partners is seeking a Clinic Technician for its General Surgery department. The role assists clinicians and nursing staff in providing medical care and uses knowledge, judgment, and skills to deliver an excellent patient experience. The department seeks candidates with prior Medical Assistant experience or those on track to earn their CMA within the next 6–12 months, with a strong clinical foundation, interest in working with children and families, and commitment to high-quality care in a supportive, fast-paced environment. Clinic Technicians may apply for an internal Certified Medical Assistant apprenticeship that offers a nationally recognized certification through Stepful. The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week, five 8-hour day shifts, Monday through Friday. Compensation is $20 to $26.75, based on experience and education, with shift differential for weekends and annual increases. Benefits include paid time off, medical, vision and dental coverage, a 401(k) with employer match, tuition assistance, student loan forgiveness, an onsite gym, wellness programs, and discount programs. Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is a non-profit, Joint Commission-accredited facility with 152 licensed beds and serves as the primary referral center for residents of Alaska's interior. It offers a strong patient-to-nurse ratio and Shared Leadership Infrastructure.
Requirements
- High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.
- Knowledge normally obtained through a medical terminology course; complete the course within the first six months of hire if not already completed.
- Excellent organizational skills and effective human relations and communication skills.
- Working knowledge of medical terminology, computer literacy, and keyboarding skills.
- Prior Medical Assistant experience, or be on track to earn a CMA within the next 6–12 months.
Nice To Haves
- Certified Nursing Assistant experience.
- Additional related education and/or experience.
Responsibilities
- Prepare patients for exams and treatment by taking and recording vital signs, symptoms, measurements, and chief complaints; document pain scores as appropriate and report possible changes in patient condition to the clinician.
- Assist providers with exams and minor in-office procedures, act as a chaperone when needed, follow universal blood and body fluid precautions and use personal protective equipment as needed, and prioritize patient flow.
- Serve as a resource to clinicians in providing optimal patient care.
- Provide clerical support for patient notifications and documentation, including medical records, labs, authorizations, X-rays, hospital records, and prior care; provide accurate information needed for timely encounter billing.
- Schedule and reschedule patients, confirm upcoming appointments, and inform patients of physician orders or special instructions before appointments or procedures.
- Maintain clean and functional areas by cleaning and disinfecting equipment, exam rooms, and storage areas; disinfect equipment and instruments according to sterilization procedures, manufacturer recommendations, and OSHA guidelines.
- Perform basic equipment maintenance and coordinate repairs when needed.
- Order supplies, stock patient care areas, and monitor inventory, including medications, injectables, immunizations, expired items, and recalls.
- Maintain effective communication with internal and external customers and demonstrate service-oriented behavior.
- Perform work according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, and applicable professional standards; provide an excellent service experience consistent with Foundation Health's core and leader behaviors.
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Medical insurance
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- FHP tuition assistance
- Student loan forgiveness
- Onsite gym
- Wellness programs
- Discount programs
- Shift differential for weekends
- Annual increases
- Internal Certified Medical Assistant apprenticeship opportunity with nationally recognized certification through Stepful
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
