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 the patient's visit and condition. The role involves communicating with patients by telephone and in person, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and supporting high-quality patient care through attention to detail and follow-through. This is a full-time position at Cottonwood Medical Clinic in Murray, Utah, scheduled for 40 hours per week, Monday through Thursday, 6:45 a.m. to 4:45 p.m. The hourly range is $20.07–$28.59, depending 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 or LPN license in good standing to practice nursing in Utah.
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers, obtained before the start date.
- Demonstrated 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.
- Ability to protect privacy, confidentiality, and protected health information.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in an outpatient clinic or other healthcare setting.
- Computer literacy with electronic medical record (EMR) systems and other relevant software.
- Current national Medical Assistant certification or registration: RMA (AMT), NCMA, CCMA, or CMA (AAMA).
Responsibilities
- Provide care to patients under the direction of a clinician, assisting the provider in gathering information relevant to the patient's visit and condition.
- Communicate clearly with patients seeking care through telephone and in-person interactions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on patient care.
- Protect the privacy and confidentiality of patient, member, and caregiver information, including protected health information.
- Perform patient-care documentation and related computer tasks, including accessing information and preparing medications.
- Assist with transferring and transporting patients and with obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment.
Benefits
- Up to $5,250 annually for education assistance.
- Debt-free education programs through school partnerships.
- A comprehensive benefits package supporting employee well-being.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
