Medical Assistant
About The Position
As a heath division of the Confederated Tribes of the Goshute Reservation, we, at Sacred Circle Healthcare, preserve the Goshute heritage of protecting and caring for family and extend the tradition to all marginalized and underserved populations in our area. We refuse to let access, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status restrict someone from receiving complete healthcare. Interested in joining our team? We are looking for people who are genuine, kind, ambitious, positive, and helpful - exceptional people building on a celebrated heritage who are passionate about delivering uncompromising care - people who make a difference every day no matter what their role or position. If you are looking for a job where the work you do impacts lives for the better every day, you are in the right place! Sacred Circle Healthcare is seeking a full-time, Medical Assistant, in West Valley, Utah. Job Summary General Summary of Duties: Responsible for providing professional nursing care for clinic patients under supervision of the Physician or Advanced Practice Practitioner (APP). Assists Physician or APP and staff in coordinating patient care. Functions as primary liaison between patients, staff and Physician or APP.
Requirements
- A high school diploma or GED is required
- Applicants must have prior exposure to clinical skills, either through education, certification, or relevant experience.
- MA certification is required once eligible. Candidates who are not yet eligible to sit for the exam may be considered, with the expectation that certification will be obtained as soon as eligibility requirements are met.
Nice To Haves
- Graduation from a recognized training facility for medical assistants.
- One (1) year or more of experience in a physician practice.
- CPR certification
- Experience working with the Native American community.
Responsibilities
- Fulfills patient care responsibilities as assigned that may include checking schedules & organizing patient flow.
- Prepares patients for examination and treatment.
- Takes patient histories and vital signs.
- Performs blood draws and specimen handling.
- Prepares exam and treatment rooms with necessary supplies, materials, and instruments.
- Gives injections, and applies casts, splints, and dressings, as applicable.
- Prepares and maintains supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization.
- Assists physicians in preparing for minor surgeries and physicals.
- Assists with scheduling of tests and treatments.
- Screens telephone calls for referral to physician.
- Provides general information on departmental policies and procedures.
- Notifies the Clinical Supervisor or Office Manager when clinical and office supplies need replenishing.
- Assists in maintaining patient files, records, and other information to contribute to accurate data gathering.
- Compiles and condenses technical and statistical data for reports and records.
- Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested.
- Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations.
- Maintains patient confidentiality.
- Reads, understands, and adheres to all Sacred Circle Health Care Policies and Procedures.
- Practices and adheres to the Code of Conduct and Mission and Values Statements.
- Other Duties as Assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Healthcare coverage for you and your family
- Generous PTO, paid holidays and floating holidays to celebrate what is important to you (prorated for part-time employees)
- Retirement matching to invest in your future
- Colleagues that are unparalleled
- A culture that is second to none
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
