Medical Assistant

Vera Whole Health • Fairbanks, AK

12d • $18 - $27

About The Position

Supports the care team by performing routine clinical and administrative tasks in an ambulatory care setting. The role assists with patient rooming, vital signs, documentation support, specimen handling, supply readiness, and patient flow activities under established procedures. Work is performed within scope of practice and under the direct supervision of a physician or other licensed provider.

Medical Assistant I works under close supervision on clearly defined tasks within established parameters. Decisions are limited in scope and impact the employee’s own work products. The role builds foundational knowledge of medical assisting, patient care support, clinical workflows, and documentation practices through structured assignments with frequent guidance from more experienced team members.

Requirements

• Current, unrestricted certification as a Certified Medical Assistant (MA-C).
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Typically two or more years of clinical experience as a Medical Assistant.
• Proficiency in clinical skills including phlebotomy, medication administration/injections, and electrocardiogram (EKG) performance.
• Experience documenting patient encounters and clinical data accurately within electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS)/CPR certification.
• Evidence of a negative Tuberculosis (TB) test within the last 90 days.
• Professional reliability, strong interpersonal communication skills, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-volume clinical environment.
• Collaborative, team-oriented approach and commitment to adaptable, compassionate, patient-centered care.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in primary care or urgent care settings.

Responsibilities

• Room patients, verify patient information, obtain vital signs, and document routine information in the medical record according to established procedures.
• Prepare exam rooms, equipment, and supplies for patient visits, procedures, and daily clinic operations.
• Assist physicians and other licensed providers with routine exams, procedures, and patient care activities within assigned scope of practice.
• Collect, label, handle, and process specimens according to established protocols and applicable safety requirements.
• Support patient flow by communicating care team needs, tracking visit status, and completing assigned follow-up tasks.
• Maintain cleanliness, stocking, and readiness of clinical areas, exam rooms, supplies, and equipment.
• Follow infection control, safety, privacy, documentation, and patient identification standards in daily work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed