Description
As a Medical Assistant at Intermountain Health, you will play a vital role in supporting our clinical team, ensuring our patients receive the best care.
Responsibilities:
- Providing patient care under the direction of a clinician, gathering information relevant to a patient's visit and condition.
- Communicating clearly with patients through telephone and in-person interactions.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to provide patient care, requiring attention to detail and follow-through.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Completion of a Medical Assistant program, or at least one year of Medical Assistant work experience, or a current active RN/LPN license in Utah.
- Current Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.
- Demonstrated basic computer skills, professional manner, and strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with patients and caregivers to deliver high customer/patient satisfaction.
- Ability to protect patient confidentiality and Protected Health Information (PHI).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in an outpatient clinic or healthcare setting.
- Computer literacy in electronic medical records (EMR) systems and relevant software.
- Current national MA certification (RMA, NCMA, CCMA, or CMA).
Physical Requirements:
- Ongoing need to see, read, and assess patient needs.
- Frequent interactions with patients, providers, and visitors requiring verbal communication and hearing.
- Manual dexterity for manipulating equipment and precision tasks.
- Ability to lift, transfer patients, and carry supplies and equipment.
- Need to walk, assist with transporting patients, and navigate crowded rooms.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary ($20.07 - $28.59 per hour).
- Generous benefits package covering wellness programs.
- Education assistance up to $5,250 annually.
- Debt-free programs through partnerships with schools.