Rheumatology & Infusion Medical Assistant

OrthoAlaska • Anchorage, AK

2d • Onsite

About The Position

R&I Medical Assistant, University Lake Anchorage, FULL-TIME $17.50�$30.00 per hour (DOE) ORTHOPEDIC PHYSICIANS ALASKA $500 signing bonus after 90 days of Full-time employment Full-time Benefits: Complimentary orthopedic and primary care at OPA and PCA Medical and dental insurance coverage beginning within 30 days of employment Life insurance Disability insurance 401(k) with 3% employer contribution Profit sharing Paid time off starting at three weeks per year Competitive pay and annual compensation reviews Employee Assistance Program Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:45am - 3:30pm Your Role at OPA: As a Medical Assistant on the CARE TEAM at OPA you will contribute to outstanding patient experience by working with other providers and staff to ensure patients are receiving appropriate care. You will also perform administrative tasks, environmental tasks, and organizational tasks to ensure the clinic is operating effectively.

Requirements

• One year of clinical experience working as a medical assistant OR completion of externship in a medical office
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Able to understand medical charts, diagnosis, and coding for billing purposes
• Demonstrate the ability to maintain a calm demeanor when under pressure
• Skill in operating a computer using a variety of software applications and an electronic health records system
• Able to prioritize multiple tasks and work with a variety of patient care teams

Nice To Haves

• Certified medical assistant through the AAMA OR registered medical assistant through the AMT PLUS two years of clinical experience
• Licensed practical nurse certification PLUS two years of clinical experience

Responsibilities

• Room patients, take vital signs, and document patient visits in electronic health record system
• Ensure exam rooms are appropriately stocked, cleaned, and maintained for patient visits
• Comply with HIPAA, confidentiality, and state laws
• Answer patient calls and follow up with patients
• Assist with patient scheduling as needed
• Effectively communicate with patients, providers, and staff
• Maintain a professional presence
• Report concerns to appropriate staff members
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Benefits

• Complimentary orthopedic and primary care at OPA and PCA
• Medical and dental insurance coverage beginning within 30 days of employment
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) with 3% employer contribution
• Profit sharing
• Paid time off starting at three weeks per year
• Competitive pay and annual compensation reviews
• Employee Assistance Program
• $500 signing bonus after 90 days of Full-time employment

What This Job Offers

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