Lead Medical Assistant - Orthopedics (Sign-On Bonus)

orthoalaska; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 54,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary orthopedic and primary

Medical and dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401K

Profit sharing

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off starting at three weeks

7 paid holidays per year

Annual compensation reviews

Job summary

OrthoAlaska is seeking a Medical Assistant Lead at OPA Lake Otis in Anchorage, a full-time leadership role overseeing the clinical team to optimize patient care and resource use.

Ideal candidates will guide providers, collaborate with support staff, and drive process improvements while maintaining high standards of patient-centered care. A signing bonus is offered after 90 days of employment.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Leadership and team-building abilities.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple patient-care teams.
• Understanding of medical charts and billing codes.

Responsibilities

• Ensure smooth operation of the clinical team and liaison between providers and staff.
• Assess patients to determine appropriate provider and urgency; assist with care.
• Coordinate with Walk-In Clinic and Call Center to expedite care and referrals.
• Lead monthly strategic meetings and implement new concepts.
• Hire, mentor, and evaluate clinical staff according to standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team leadership

Compassionate care

Prioritization

Tools

EHR

Job description

OrthoAlaska is seeking a Medical Assistant Lead at OPA Lake Otis in Anchorage, a full-time leadership role overseeing the clinical team to optimize patient care and resource use.

Ideal candidates will guide providers, collaborate with support staff, and drive process improvements while maintaining high standards of patient-centered care. A signing bonus is offered after 90 days of employment.