Medical Assistant II - Vernal Clinic, PRN

Uintah Basin Medical Center•Vernal, UT

16h

About The Position

The Clinical Assistant (CMA/LPN) is a certified or licensed professional who manages patient flow, performs direct patient care, and supports clinical operations in an ambulatory setting. The role uses clinical expertise to support patient management plans and provider efficiency while maintaining safety and regulatory compliance. The position performs specialized clinical procedures, administers medications, conducts diagnostic testing, collects and prepares laboratory specimens, and completes patient assessments and clinical intake. It also provides patient and family education, manages clinical communications and prescription protocols, coordinates referrals and follow-up care, maintains clinical equipment readiness, and documents care in the Electronic Health Record (EHR). The role requires professional conduct, confidentiality, effective working relationships, punctuality, and compliance with organizational policies. The successful candidate must complete a Medical Assistant program and hold an eligible national MA certification or registration, or have a current Utah LPN license.

Requirements

Successful completion of a Medical Assistant Program; certification must be provided upon hire.
Current national MA certification or registration as a 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 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 ambulatory treatment protocols.
High-level proficiency using an EHR for care management, e-prescribing, quality metrics reporting, and clinical documentation.
Ability to clearly communicate complex medical information to diverse patient populations and advocate for patients.
Professional conduct, excellent attendance, punctuality, time management, and ability to maintain patient confidentiality.

Responsibilities

Perform specialized clinical tasks under provider supervision, including sterile procedures, wound care, and suture or staple removal.
Administer medications by injection and orally, including vaccinations, and monitor and document patient response.
Perform diagnostic testing, including phlebotomy and EKG/ECG testing; collect arterial blood gases if trained and licensed.
Collect, label, and prepare laboratory specimens according to biohazard protocols.
Conduct patient assessments and clinical intake, including reconciliation of 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 refill authorizations 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, including sterilization and calibration of specialized medical equipment.
Document procedures and interventions in the EHR to support compliance, billing, and quality reporting.
Maintain professional conduct, attendance, punctuality, patient confidentiality, and cooperative working relationships.
Comply with organizational policies and represent the organization positively in the community.
Demonstrate the Healing Model.