Certified Medical Assistant

YKHC Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus - 11,250 for 3-year; 7,5

Generous PTO and holidays

Healthcare coverage

Life and disability insurance

FSA

Retirement plans

Wellness center

Job summary

Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation in Alaska is seeking a Medical Assistant to perform technical, patient care and clerical duties in ambulatory care under supervision. The role supports physicians and nurses across rural Alaska communities.

Requirements include a high school diploma, a 2-year MA certification, CPR, and a preference for bilingual Yup’ik/English speakers. Sign-on bonuses and generous PTO are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and 2-year Medical Assistant certification.
• 6-month experience preferred; or 6-month certification with at least 2 years experience.
• Formal accredited training program completed; national Certified Medical Assistant certificate.
• Bilingual Yup'ik/English preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs technical, patient care and related clerical functions in ambulatory settings under supervision of physician, PA, NP or RN.
• Assists with basic patient care tasks and clerical duties as required.

Skills

Bilingual Yupik/English

Education

High school diploma + 2-year Medical Assistant certification

Tools

CPR Certification

Job description

We are working together to achieve excellent health. Come join us! The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation is a Tribal health care organization, serving nearly 30,000 people living across rural, southwest Alaska in villages with populations from about 10 to more than 1,000. Bethel, the regional hub and location of the only hospital in the region, has a population of nearly 7,000. The Yukon-Kuskokwim Delta is home to thousands of lakes and two primary rivers—the Kuskokwim and Yukon. We offer a broad range of employment opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact on the health of people in the region.

Position Summary: Performs technical, patient care and related clerical functions in an ambulatory setting under direct supervision of physician, physician assistant, nurse practitioner or registered nurse.

Position Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent and 2-year certification program as Medical Assistant. 6-month experience preferred. Will accept 6-month certification program with at least 2 year's experience. Has completed a formal accredited training program and received national Certified Medical Assistant certificate. CPR Certification Office machines (i.e., multi-line telephones, copy machines, computer, etc.) Medical equipment as appropriate for position. Good human relations and oral/written communications skills. Bilingual Yup'ik/English preferred. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos. Ability to write correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. REASONING ABILITY Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations. No Supervisory Responsibilities.

Benefits Include: $11,250 Sign on Bonus for a 3-year commitment/$7,500 Sign on Bonus for a 2-year commitment Generous PTO – starting at 4.5 weeks per year, accrued over time Eleven paid holidays Comprehensive healthcare coverage Life and Disability Insurance Flexible Spending Account Retirement plans Employee Wellness Center Plus More!

Compensation Pay Range Minimum: 28.92 Employment Type: Regular Time Type: Full time Hours Per Week: 40 FLSA Exempt: No

Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation is an Affimative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status and any other basis protected by law. Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources directly. Under P.L. 93-638, preference is given to Alaska Native/American Indian applicants.