Medical Assistant II - PRN

Uintah Basin Medical Center•Roosevelt, UT

About The Position

The Clinical Assistant (CMA/LPN) is a highly skilled, certified or licensed professional responsible for managing patient flow, performing direct patient care interventions, and supporting clinical operations in an ambulatory setting. The role uses clinical expertise to support patient management plans and improve provider efficiency while maintaining safety and regulatory compliance. The position includes performing specialized clinical tasks under provider supervision, administering medications, conducting diagnostic tests, collecting laboratory specimens, and completing patient assessments and intake. It also involves educating patients and families, managing clinical communications and prescription protocols, coordinating referrals and follow-up care, maintaining clinical equipment readiness, and documenting procedures and interventions in the electronic health record. The employee is expected to maintain professional conduct, attendance, confidentiality, positive working relationships, and compliance with organizational policies, and to demonstrate the Healing Model. The role requires clinical proficiency, advanced medical literacy, technology and documentation skills, and strong communication and patient advocacy abilities.

Requirements

Successful completion of a Medical Assistant Program; certification must be provided upon hire.
Current national MA certification or registration as one of the following: Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) of AMT, National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) of the AAMA; alternatively, a current LPN license to practice nursing in the State of Utah.
Ability to apply specialized clinical knowledge to complex patient situations, recognize critical changes in patient status, and initiate appropriate interventions within scope of practice.
Comprehensive understanding of pharmacology, disease processes, and treatment protocols relevant to the ambulatory setting.
High-level proficiency with EHR use for care management, e-prescribing, quality metrics reporting, and clinical documentation.
Ability to communicate complex medical information clearly to diverse patient populations and serve as a patient advocate.
Professional conduct, excellent attendance, punctuality, time management, and ability to maintain patient confidentiality.

Responsibilities

Manage patient flow and perform direct patient care interventions in an ambulatory setting.
Perform specialized clinical tasks under provider supervision, including sterile procedures, wound care, and suture or staple removal.
Administer medications, including intramuscular and subcutaneous injections, vaccinations, and oral medications, and monitor and document patient responses.
Perform diagnostic testing, including phlebotomy and EKG/ECG testing; collect arterial blood gases if trained and licensed.
Collect, label, and prepare laboratory specimens while following biohazard protocols.
Conduct patient assessments and clinical intake, reconciling medications, allergies, and medical history.
Educate patients and families about treatment plans, pre- and post-operative instructions, chronic disease management, and medication adherence.
Process prescription refills and coordinate prior authorizations with pharmacies and insurance companies.
Coordinate external referrals, diagnostic testing, and hospital follow-up appointments to support continuity of care.
Maintain clinical readiness by sterilizing and calibrating specialized medical equipment.
Document procedures and interventions in the EHR to support data integrity, compliance, billing, and quality reporting.
Maintain professional conduct, attendance, appropriate workplace attire, and a cooperative working relationship with physicians, administration, and staff.
Maintain patient confidentiality, comply with organizational ethical business policies, represent the organization positively, and demonstrate the Healing Model.