Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist
About The Position
The Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist provides administrative and clinical support to ensure efficient clinic operation. The role supports clinic providers and patients with tasks related to patient care, clinic maintenance, front office responsibilities, and communication with other Ideal Option departments. The position is based in Anchorage, Alaska, and is scheduled Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; the actual schedule depends on business needs and will be confirmed by the hiring manager. Ideal Option provides low-barrier, evidence-based treatment for opioid use disorder. The company seeks an experienced professional who is compassionate about quality patient care and customer service, nonjudgmental, empathetic, ethical, and able to communicate effectively with patients and adapt to individual needs. Strong time-management and computer skills are also emphasized.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED; proof is required.
- Maintain state or agency medical assistant licensing, as applicable.
- Maintain BLS/CPR certification.
- Compassion for quality patient care and delivery of excellent customer service.
- Strong time-management and computer skills.
- Nonjudgmental, empathetic approach and high ethical standards.
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients and adapt to individual needs.
Nice To Haves
- CMA or national certification preferred.
Responsibilities
- Check patients in for appointments.
- Confirm and update patient demographics.
- Obtain releases of medical records from patients.
- Collect patient co-pays and make nightly bank deposits.
- Obtain patients’ vital signs and breathalyzer results.
- Collect urine samples and prepare them for laboratory testing.
- Witness patients for observed dosing and observed urine collection.
- Perform skin assessments.
- Draw patient blood samples as needed.
- Maintain clinic cleanliness.
- Order cleaning supplies as needed.
- Support clinic providers and patients with administrative and clinical tasks and communicate with other Ideal Option departments.
Benefits
- Career advancement and pay increase opportunities, including potential pay increases of up to 17% in the first two years.
- Travel opportunities.
- Medical insurance.
- Vision insurance.
- Dental insurance.
- Short-term and long-term disability options.
- 401(k) retirement program.
- Paid time off.
- Paid holidays.
- Four-day clinic schedule at most clinics, typically Monday through Thursday.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
