MEDICAL ASSISTANT

ANCHORAGE NEIGHBORHOOD HEALTH CENTER INC • Anchorage, AK

35d • Onsite

About The Position

At ANHC, we believe everyone deserves high-quality, respectful, and compassionate care, regardless of their ability to pay. As a Federally Qualified Health Center, we serve a diverse patient population with a commitment to health equity and community well-being. Our culture is grounded in our core values: Respect, Compassion, Personal Integrity, Excellence, and Collaborative Spirit. These values guide how we care for our patients and how we treat one another. We foster a supportive, team-orientated environment where every voice is heard, diversity is celebrated, and staff are empowered to grow and make meaningful contributions. At ANHC, you’ll be part of a mission-driven team that shows up every day with purpose, heart, and a deep commitment to the community we serve. Day Shift, Evening Shift, Full-time (5-8s or 4-10s), and Part-time positions available. POSITION SUMMARY: Works under the direction of a medical doctor, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, or registered nurse. Performs patient care activities within the objectives, standards, and policies of the department and within the parameters of his or her preparation. Collaborates with the members of the nursing and medical staff and other center departments.

Requirements

• 3 years of experience required.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D., preferred.
• Graduation from an accredited medical assistant program and certification required.
• Must have current CPR / BLS certificate.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for provider encounter including auditing patients’ charts per ANHC health maintenance standards and per policies.
• Takes vital signs as indicated, records chief complaint, and prepares appropriate instruments for examination/procedure.
• Performs delegated tasks such as ear lavage, tympanogram, administration of medications, EKG, vision and hearing screening, dressing changes and all point of care testing, scheduling according to advanced access.
• Assists providers with procedures and sets up for sterile procedures, such as minor surgical procedures, IUD insertions, orthopedic casting/splinting, pelvic exams, sigmoidoscopy, biopsy and colposcopy.
• Facilitates patient follow-up to help maintain compliance with ANHC health care standards.
• Schedules referral appointments and responds to patient messages.
• Records information concisely, accurately, and completely.
• Identifies and utilizes appropriate channels of communication.
• Support duties such as assisting other members of the nursing staff, stocking and cleaning exam rooms, cleaning, wrapping and autoclaving instruments, and filing records.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary and Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, 403(b) with employer match, and more)
• 7 Paid Holidays + 1 floating holiday per fiscal year
• Generous PTO accrual
• Continuing education and professional development reimbursement
• Mission-driven work that supports your growth and well-being.
• Collaborative team that values respect, compassion, and integrity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED