Medical Assistant - Mat-su, AK

About the role

The Medical Assistant plays a crucial role in the care team, overseeing the full spectrum of the patient experience. This includes acting as a Medical Receptionist and performing clinical duties such as taking vitals, performing blood draws, giving injections, assisting with procedures, preparing and administering medications, and coordinating care.

Responsibilities

• Escorts patients to room and ensures exam rooms are thoroughly cleaned and stocked
• Reviews previous medical information and gathers updated health information from the patient
• Takes vitals, performs blood draws, gives injections, bandages wounds, assists with procedures
• Works with contracted labs for additional tests
• Prepares and administers approved medications and immunizations
• Partners with other members of the care team to develop individual patient care plans
• Performs front desk duties including patient scheduling, medical record requests, documentation, coordinating specialist visits, referrals, and other care outside of the clinic, check-in, check-out, etc.
• Records accurate and pertinent data in the medical record according to documentation guidelines
• Processes test results and provides timely results to the patient
• Maintains clinical and office supplies and equipment for treatments
• Participates in outreach to patients to drive engagement

Requirements

• Minimum of 1 year of experience working as a Medical Assistant, preferably in Primary Care
• Graduation from a formal Medical Assistant program or other related program
• National or state-specific MA certification or registration is strongly preferred
• CPR/BLS certification required at time of start date
• Phlebotomy experience is preferred

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current national or state-specific MA certification or registration

Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Knowledge of medical terminology and procedures
• Basic computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office

Benefits

Competitive health benefits that start 1st of month after start date
15 days of PTO plus paid holidays
No out-of-pocket cost for scrubs
Marathon Benefits Summary: Free Marathon membership for in person and virtual care, employer paid life and disability insurance, and choice in medical/dental plans, vision, employer funded HSA, FSA, and voluntary illness, accident and hospitalization plans. Benefits are effective on the first of the month following date of hire.