Medical Assistant

Description

Medical Assistant

Join our dedicated healthcare team as a Medical Assistant, where you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality primary care to our patients. Under the supervision of the Practice Manager, you will support medical providers, care managers, and other staff to ensure smooth clinic operations and exceptional patient experiences. This position offers an opportunity to work within a collaborative, patient-centered environment committed to improving community health.

Key Responsibilities:

- Prepare examination rooms for patient visits by turning on instruments, computer systems, lights, and ensuring rooms are clean, organized, and well-stocked each morning.

- Assist medical providers during patient examinations and procedures, including taking vital signs, recording patient histories, and preparing necessary supplies.

- Support care coordination by facilitating patient flow within the clinic, scheduling follow-up appointments, and managing patient documentation.

- Provide basic nursing care within the scope of certification, registration, or educational provisions, adhering to agency protocols.

- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient interactions and clinical notes in electronic health records.

- Ensure infection control standards are followed, including proper sterilization and disposal of medical supplies.

- Respond promptly to patient needs and questions, providing compassionate and respectful care.

Skills and Qualifications:

- Completion of a Certified Medical Assisting Teaching Program, Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA).

- Prior experience in a clinical setting preferred.

- Knowledge of medical terminology, clinical procedures, and electronic health record systems.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

- Ability to work effectively within a team and manage multiple priorities.

- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

- Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations.

- Flexibility to adapt to changing clinic needs and schedules.

Our organization values a collaborative and inclusive culture that fosters professional growth and development. We offer competitive benefits and opportunities for advancement, supporting our team members in making a meaningful difference in patient care.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to perform each essential function duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant training program accredited by the CAAHEP, ABHES, ACCSC, or other accrediting body recognized by the US Department of Education.
• CPR certified (BLS).
• Possess a valid driver’s license. 
• Ability to read, write and speak clearly understandable English. 
• Good interpersonal and human relations skills are required. Must possess skills to empathize and care for a variety of patients, including low-income and diverse cultures and treat everyone (internal and external customers) with respect and dignity.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times in all situations and follow the laws and intent of the most current HIPAA laws and regulations and Canyonlands’ security and privacy policies. 
• Above average computer skills to operate and/or learn Agency’s current EMR/EHR system.
• Ability to be physically active for long periods of time to ensure patient care and safety and have the ability to work well under pressure and present self in calm, caring, and professional manner.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Completion of a Certified Medical Assisting Teaching Program, Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA).
• One (1) plus years of directly related clinical experience.
• Bi-lingual (English/Spanish/Navajo) language skills.
• Extensive working knowledge of the NextGen EMR system. Knowledge of Microsoft programs with the ability to effectively communicate using Outlook.
• Skilled in patient assessment and medical assistant procedures.

Appearance Standards:

This position shall follow the appearance standards as outlined in Canyonlands’ Personnel Policy “Personal Appearance”.

Physical Requirements:

Not applicable: Activity does not apply to this position

Occasionally: Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0-2.5 hrs per day)

Frequently: Position requires this activity from 33%-66% of the time (2.5-5.5 hrs)

Constantly: Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 hrs +)

Stand - Frequently

Vision - near - Constantly

Vision – w/assistance - Constantly

Walk - Frequently

Sit - Occasionally

Handling - Constantly

Reach outward - Frequently

Reach above shoulder - Frequently

Climb - Not applicable

Crawl - Not applicable

Squat/kneel - Occasionally

Bend - Frequently

Lift/Carry

10 lbs or less - Frequently

11-20 lbs - Occasionally

21-50 lbs - Occasionally

51-100 lbs - Not applicable

Over 100 lbs - Not applicable

Push/Pull

12 lbs or less - Occasionally

13-25 lbs - Occasionally

26-40 lbs - Occasionally

41-100 lbs - Occasionally

OSHA CATEGORY CLASSIFICATION:

I understand that the duties that are requested of me place me in a Category I.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The employee may experience exposure to dust, pollens, pollutants, fumes, and communicable diseases as related to the health care environment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Travel is required. It is anticipated that travel will be: 5% – 10%

Canyonlands requires all staff to be vaccinated for Flu, Hep B, MMR, Tdap, Covid-19, and Varicella. 

New employees must be screened for Tuberculosis.