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, patient-centered primary care. Under the supervision of the Practice Manager, you will provide essential patient support, assist medical providers, and help coordinate efficient patient flow within our clinic. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a collaborative healthcare environment focused on compassionate, comprehensive patient care.

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, ensuring smooth and efficient clinic operations.

- Provide nursing care to patients, including taking vital signs, administering medications as authorized, and supporting patient education.

- Support care managers and other staff in coordinating patient care activities and follow-up.

- Facilitate patient flow within the clinic, ensuring timely and respectful service.

- Maintain accurate documentation in patient records in accordance with agency protocols and privacy regulations.

- Adhere to all protocols, scope of practice, and safety standards to ensure quality care delivery.

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 or primary care setting preferred.

- Knowledge of medical terminology, clinical procedures, and healthcare protocols.

- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

- Ability to work effectively within a team and adapt to a fast-paced environment.

- Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR) systems and basic computer skills.

- Commitment to patient confidentiality and professional ethics.

We foster a supportive, growth-oriented environment where your skills can make a meaningful difference. Join us to be part of a team dedicated to improving community health through compassionate, patient-centered care. We offer competitive benefits and opportunities for professional development.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

1. 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.
2. Completion of a Medical Assistant training program accredited by the CAAHEP, ABHES, ACCSC, or other accrediting body recognized by the US Department of Education.
3. CPR certified (BLS).
4. Possess a valid driver’s license. 
5. Ability to read, write and speak clearly understandable English. 
6. 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.
7. 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. 
8. Above average computer skills to operate and/or learn Agency’s current EMR/EHR system.
9. 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:

1. Completion of a Certified Medical Assisting Teaching Program, Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA). 
2. One (1) plus years of directly related clinical experience.
3. Bi-lingual (English/Spanish/Navajo) language skills.
4. Extensive working knowledge of the NextGen EMR system. Knowledge of Microsoft programs with the ability to effectively communicate using Outlook.
5. 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.