Medical Assistant Family Medicine
About The Position
The Medical Assistant provides care to patients with acute and chronic needs in an ambulatory clinic setting. Under the direction of a clinician, the Medical Assistant assists the provider in gathering information relevant to a patient’s visit and condition. The role also includes communicating with patients by telephone and in person, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to support patient care. Attention to detail and follow-through are important to helping patients receive the care they need. This position is based at Porter Family Medicine Clinic at McKay-Dee Hospital North Campus in Ogden, Utah. It is scheduled for 36 hours per week. Clinic hours are Monday through Wednesday, 8:20 a.m. to 5:20 p.m., and Thursday, 8:20 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The listed hourly pay range is $20.07–$28.59, with the actual rate dependent on experience.
Requirements
- Meet one of the following: proof of completion of a Medical Assistant program, at least one year of Medical Assistant work experience, or a current active RN/LPN license in good standing to practice nursing in Utah.
- Hold current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers before the start date.
- Demonstrate basic computer skills, including word processing and data entry.
- Have a professional manner and strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Be able to work collaboratively with patients and fellow caregivers to deliver a high level of customer and patient satisfaction.
- Be able to meet the physical requirements of the role, including reading and seeing information, frequent verbal communication and hearing, manual dexterity, patient transfers, lifting and carrying supplies, walking, pushing and pulling equipment, and potentially standing for extended periods.
Nice To Haves
- Clinical experience in Family Medicine.
- X-Ray certification.
- Experience in an outpatient clinic or other healthcare setting.
- Computer literacy with electronic medical record (EMR) systems and other relevant software.
- Current national MA certification or registration as an RMA (AMT), NCMA, CCMA, or CMA (AAMA).
Responsibilities
- Under the direction of a clinician, assist providers in gathering information relevant to patients’ visits and conditions.
- Communicate clearly with patients seeking care through telephone and in-person interactions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on patient care.
- Protect patients’, members’, and caregivers’ privacy, confidentiality, and Protected Health Information.
Benefits
- Up to $5,250 annually for education assistance.
- Partnerships with schools offering debt-free programs.
- A comprehensive benefits package intended to support employee well-being.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
