Medical Assistant OB

Ihc Health Services • Logan, UT

474d • $39,936 - $56,888

About The Position

The Medical Assistant (MA) at Intermountain Health is responsible for providing patient care in an ambulatory clinic setting, specifically within the OB-GYN unit at Budge Clinic. This role involves supporting patients with both acute and chronic needs, performing clinical and clerical duties, and ensuring a high standard of care under the supervision of a physician or advanced practice clinician. The MA plays a crucial role in patient education, documentation, and quality improvement initiatives, contributing to the overall health and wellness of the community.

Requirements

• Current Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers, obtained prior to start date.
• Successful completion of a Medical Assistant Program or 1 year of Medical Assistant Experience or current RN/LPN license.

Nice To Haves

• Current national MA certification from one of the following: Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA).

Responsibilities

• Performs basic clerical and office duties including assembling necessary documents and supplies.
• Effectively uses computer applications in the office setting.
• Schedules, coordinates, and monitors appointments, inpatient and outpatient admissions, tests, treatments, and procedures.
• Maintains medical records and other information.
• Maintains inventory of supplies and orders/restocks as needed.
• Accurately documents patient history, physical, and vital information into the medical record.
• Under the direction of the provider, assigns procedural and diagnostic coding to encounter forms.
• Conducts pre-authorizations and referrals in accordance with third party insurer requirements.
• Facilitates timely billing by completing necessary documentation.
• Prioritizes (triage) patient needs identified through phone, electronic, and walk-in communication.
• Recognizes and appropriately responds to emergency situations.
• Prepares and maintains examination and treatment areas.
• Performs complete intake process as specified by physician or other providers.
• Administers screening tests to patients within practice type.
• Assists provider with examinations, procedures, treatments, and interventions.
• Provides patient education as directed.
• Reports significant changes in patient condition or other pertinent patient information to the Physician.
• Demonstrates accurate, timely, and efficient follow through with pharmacy refills and scheduling out of clinic procedures.
• Actively participates in quality improvement initiatives.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Education Assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401(k) with 2% for all caregivers and additional matching up to 4%
• Health and Wellness Programs including a Live Well Incentive Program
• Access to on-site fitness gyms
• Over 302,000 discount offers across 10,000 cities
• Cell Phone Discounts (AT&T, Verizon, Sprint, T-Mobile)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Personal and Laundry Services
• Education Level: Associate degree