Medical Assistant Certified, Riverton

Kindred Healthcare•Riverton, WY

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About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant performs clinical and administrative duties supporting physicians and nurses at Wind River General Surgery Clinic. Using certified-level competencies, the role provides comprehensive patient care, including advanced diagnostic tasks and delegated medical procedures within scope of practice. The position supports a high-quality patient experience while maintaining clinical standards and organizational values. This is a full-time, day-shift position in Riverton. The role includes patient rooming, vital signs, EKGs, office-based procedures, vaccine administration, wound care, specimen collection, and preparation and administration of medications under physician direction. It also performs care coordination, insurance verification, prior authorizations, patient education, documentation, and EMR maintenance. The Medical Assistant maintains and troubleshoots clinical equipment, follows OSHA, HIPAA, and infection-control procedures, supports quality improvement, and participates in continuing education. When appropriate, the role serves as a clinical resource and mentor to uncertified staff.

Requirements

Certified Medical Assistant credential (CMA-AAMA CMA, CCMA, or RMA) required upon hire.
Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification required upon hire or within the facility-specified time frame.
Proficiency in electronic health records and clinical software.
Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and pharmacology.
Ability to triage patient concerns and escalate appropriately.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
Professional demeanor and appearance.
Attention to accuracy and adherence to safety protocols.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and reach regularly.
Ability to lift and transport up to 50 pounds.
Ability to use personal protective equipment as needed.
Must follow established safety procedures and protocols.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a postsecondary accredited medical assistant program (certificate, diploma, or program graduate) is preferred.
At least one year of experience in an outpatient or physician practice setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Room patients, take vital signs, perform EKGs, and assist with office-based procedures under physician supervision.
Conduct certified-level clinical procedures, including vaccine administration, wound care, and specimen collection.
Prepare and administer medications under physician direction and within certification guidelines.
Coordinate care, verify insurance, obtain prior authorizations, and provide patient education.
Maintain, calibrate, and troubleshoot clinical equipment according to regulatory standards.
Document clinical tasks properly and maintain accurate electronic medical records.
Serve as a clinical resource and mentor for uncertified staff when appropriate.
Comply with OSHA, HIPAA, and infection-control procedures.
Complete continuing education and training to maintain certification and advance skills.
Support clinic quality and performance improvement efforts.
Follow established safety procedures and protocols.