Medical Assistant

Lifepoint Health • Vernal, UT

3h • Onsite

About The Position

At Ashley Regional Medical Center, the organization is committed to prioritizing the well-being of its team members, enabling them to provide exceptional care. Employees are valued as individuals, and the mission is dedicated to making communities healthier. The Medical Assistant performs routine clinical and administrative duties in support of an assigned area or office.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent, or combination of education and experience required for the job.
• Less than 1 year of experience.
• BCLS upon completion of hospital orientation.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages and to draw and interpret graphs.
• Frequent use of electronic mail, word processing, data entry, spreadsheets, graphics, etc.
• Ability to communicate simple messages orally, write brief messages, keep simple records, and explain and offer guidance on routine procedures.
• Ability to solve routine, somewhat repetitive problems by following clear directions and procedures.
• Decisions generally affect own job or assigned functional area.
• Results are defined and existing practices are used as guidelines for how to complete work activities; works closely with supervisors/manager who provides broad guidance and overall direction.
• Ability to prioritize assigned and routine tasks and handle them appropriately.
• Exhibit a basic understanding of healthcare regulatory and compliance (e.g., HIPAA).
• Skilled in the application of policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of Business Office Standards and Recommended Practice.

Nice To Haves

• Medical Assistant certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Assists with performing patient assessments and treatments under the supervision of physicians or nurses.
• Performs basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection.
• Monitors and communicates changes in patient condition.
• Documents patient care given.
• Maintains equipment and medical supplies, including reordering, stocking, cleaning, and troubleshooting.
• Maintains examination areas.
• Performs administrative or clerical duties as assigned, including filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Shift differential
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health-savings accounts
• Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full-time employees
• Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage
• Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program, including mental, physical, and financial wellness
• Professional development and growth opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED