Medical Assistant Float Pool PRN

Intermountain Health

1d•$20 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

A Medical Assistant provides care to patients with acute and chronic needs in an ambulatory clinic setting. The role supports clinicians by gathering information relevant to patients’ visits and conditions, communicating with patients by telephone and in person, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to support patient care. This Float Pool position supports clinics from Kaysville to North Ogden. Clinic hours vary and are typically Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The position is PRN with zero budgeted hours per week.

Requirements

Meet one of the following: provide proof of completion of a Medical Assistant program; have at least one year of Medical Assistant work experience; or hold a current, active Utah RN or LPN license in good standing.
Have current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers before the start date.
Demonstrate basic computer skills, including word processing and data entry.
Demonstrate 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.
Protect the privacy and confidentiality of patients, members, and caregivers, including Protected Health Information (PHI).
Meet the physical requirements of the role, including seeing and reading information, communicating and hearing effectively, using manual dexterity, lifting and moving supplies or equipment, assisting with patient transfers, walking, and potentially standing for extended periods.
If the role requires driving, be able to drive a vehicle and see and read signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles.

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

Under the direction of a clinician, assist with patient care by gathering information relevant to the patient’s visit and condition.
Communicate clearly with patients through telephone and in-person interactions.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams on patient care.
Document patient care and access needed information using computers.
Prepare medications and assist with patient transfers and ambulation as needed.
Transport patients and obtain and distribute supplies and equipment as needed.