Medical Assistant Urology
About The Position
A Medical Assistant provides care to patients with acute and chronic needs in an ambulatory clinic setting. The role supports the clinical team and assists the clinician in gathering information relevant to each patient's visit and condition. The Medical Assistant communicates with patients by telephone and in person and collaborates with cross-functional teams to support patient care. Attention to detail and follow-through are important to helping patients receive needed care. This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position at the St George Urology Clinic, Monday through Friday, with no major holidays or weekends. The role is based at Intermountain Health St George Regional Hospital in St George, Utah.
Requirements
- Proof of completion of a Medical Assistant program, or at least one year of Medical Assistant work experience, or a current active RN/LPN license in good standing to practice nursing in Utah.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers, obtained before the start date.
- Basic computer skills, including word processing and data entry.
- Professional manner and strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with patients and fellow caregivers to deliver a high level of customer and patient satisfaction.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in an outpatient clinic or other healthcare setting.
- Computer literacy using electronic medical record (EMR) systems and other relevant software.
- Current national Medical Assistant certification or registration: RMA from AMT, NCMA, CCMA, or CMA from AAMA.
- In Utah, certified caregivers with less than one year of Medical Assistant experience may attend a yearlong Medical Assistant residency program.
Responsibilities
- Under the direction of the clinician, assist with patient care by gathering information relevant to the patient's visit and condition.
- Communicate clearly with patients by telephone and in-person interactions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on patient care.
- Protect patient, member, and caregiver privacy, confidentiality, and Protected Health Information (PHI).
Benefits
- Up to $5,250 annually for education assistance and partnerships with schools for debt-free programs.
- A comprehensive benefits package intended to support caregivers' well-being.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
