Medical Assistant TOSH Sleep Clinic
About The Position
A Medical Assistant has accountability for providing care to patients in an ambulatory clinic setting. This will involve caring for patients with acute and chronic needs. A Medical Assistant will be responsible for communicating clearly with patients seeking care through different modalities including telephone and in-person interactions. This role will be a full-time position (5 x 8-hour shifts) with the following breakdown: 3 assigned clinic days at TOSH Sleep Clinic working closely with a dedicated provider, and 2 days of float support across our locations, based on operational needs. As a Medical Assistant at Intermountain Health, you will play a vital role in supporting our clinical team, ensuring our patients receive the best care by: Providing Patient Care: Under the direction of the Clinician, providing care to patients by assisting the provider to gather information that is relative to the patient’s visit and condition. Effective Communication: Communicating clearly with patients seeking care through different modalities including telephone and in-person interactions. Team Collaboration: Working with cross functional teams to collaborate on patient care. Attention to detail and follow-through are key components in helping to provide the care that is needed.
Requirements
- Proof of completion of a Medical Assistant program OR at least one year of Medical Assistant work experience OR current active and in good standing RN/LPN license to practice nursing in the state of Utah
- Current Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers. Must be obtained prior to start date
- Demonstrated basic computer skills involving word processing and data entry.
- Professional manner and strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with patients and fellow caregivers to deliver the highest level of customer/patient satisfaction.
- Ability to protect privacy, confidentiality, and Protected Health Information (PHI) of patients, members, and caregivers.
- Utah Only: If certified with less than one year of MA experience, caregivers may attend a yearlong MA residency program
Nice To Haves
- Experience in an outpatient clinic or other healthcare setting.
- Computer literacy in using electronic medical records (EMR) systems and other relevant software.
- Current national MA certification from one of the following national MA certifications or registrations: Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) of AMT, National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) of the AAMA
Responsibilities
- Providing care to patients in an ambulatory clinic setting.
- Caring for patients with acute and chronic needs.
- Communicating clearly with patients seeking care through different modalities including telephone and in-person interactions.
- Assisting the provider to gather information that is relative to the patient’s visit and condition.
- Working with cross functional teams to collaborate on patient care.
- Providing float support across different locations based on operational needs.
Benefits
- Up to $5,250 annually for education assistance
- Partners with schools for debt free programs
- Comprehensive benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
