Medical Assistant
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 supports the clinical team by gathering information relevant to patients’ visits and conditions, communicating with patients by telephone and in person, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to provide patient care. Attention to detail, follow-through, and a professional, patient-centered approach are important to the role. The position is with Intermountain Health at Avenues Gastroenterology, Avenues Clinic/Physicians Office Building, in Salt Lake City, Utah. The posting lists a schedule of 40 hours, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., and separately lists 36 scheduled weekly hours. The hourly range is $20.07–$28.59, with the actual rate dependent on experience.
Requirements
- Complete a Medical Assistant program, or have at least one year of Medical Assistant work experience, or hold a current, active RN or LPN license in good standing to practice nursing in Utah.
- 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.
- Be able to protect the privacy and confidentiality of patients, members, and caregivers, including Protected Health Information (PHI).
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 from AMT, NCMA, CCMA, or CMA from AAMA.
Responsibilities
- Provide patient care 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, using attention to detail and follow-through to help provide needed care.
Benefits
- Up to $5,250 annually for education assistance.
- Partnerships with schools offering debt-free programs.
- Comprehensive benefits package covering a range of wellness programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
