Medical Assistant Geriatrics
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 assists the provider in gathering information relevant to each patient's visit and condition. The role also involves communicating with patients by telephone and in person, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to support patient care. Attention to detail, follow-through, and protecting patient privacy and protected health information are essential. This is a full-time position at the Cottonwood Medical Clinic in Murray, Utah. The schedule is 40 hours per week, arranged as four 10-hour shifts on days to be determined upon hire. Clinic hours are Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
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 RN or LPN license in good standing to practice nursing in Utah.
- Hold 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.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in an outpatient clinic or other healthcare setting.
- Computer literacy using electronic medical record (EMR) systems and other relevant software.
- Current national MA certification or registration: 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
- Assist the provider, under the clinician's direction, in gathering information relevant to the patient's visit and condition.
- Communicate clearly with patients by telephone and in person.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on patient care.
- Protect the privacy, confidentiality, and protected health information of patients, members, and caregivers.
Benefits
- Up to $5,250 annually for education assistance.
- Partnerships with schools offering debt-free programs.
- A comprehensive benefits package with programs supporting wellness.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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