Medical Assistant

Sacred Circle Healthcare; Wendover (UT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Sacred Circle Healthcare in Wendover, Utah, is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to support clinical operations at the Wendover Clinic. The role involves patient intake, vital signs, specimen handling, injections, and assisting physicians in procedures, with a Monday–Friday schedule and four 10-hour shifts when possible.

Experience in medical settings and CPR/MA certifications are preferred, and preference is given to applicants with knowledge of Native American communities and a commitment

Qualifications

• Education: high school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 1 year of customer service or reception experience, preferably in a medical office.
• Certification/license: Not required; some medical certifications may be relevant.
• Preferred: graduation from a recognized medical assisting program.
• CPR certification and MA certification are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Check schedules and organize patient flow as assigned.
• Prepare patients for examination and treatment.
• Take patient histories and vital signs.
• Perform blood draws and handle specimens.
• Prepare exam rooms and maintain supplies and instruments.
• Assist physicians with minor surgeries and physicals.
• Assist with scheduling tests and treatments.
• Maintain patient files and records; contribute to data gathering.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and follow policies.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Medical records

Data gathering

Communication

Team collaboration

Emergency response

Education

High school diploma or GED

MA training program graduation

Tools

CPR certification

MA certification

Job description

Medical assistant

As a health division of the Confederated Tribes of the Goshute Reservation, we, at Sacred Circle Healthcare, preserve the Goshute heritage of protecting and caring for family and extend the tradition to all marginalized and underserved populations in our area. We refuse to let access, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status restrict someone from receiving complete healthcare.

Sacred Circle Healthcare is seeking a full-time, Medical Assistant, for our Wendover, Utah location.

Job Summary

General Summary of Duties: Responsible for providing professional nursing care for clinic patients under supervision of the Physician or Advanced Practice Practitioner (APP). Assists Physician or APP and staff in coordinating patient care. Functions as primary liaison between patients, staff and Physician or APP.

Reports To: Medical Support Staff Manager

Department: Medical Support Staff Services

Business Unit: Sacred Circle Medical - Ancillary Services

Patient Care: Yes

Worker Status: Full-Time, Hourly

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week: 40

Work Schedule: To Be Determined with the availability of 8:00 am-8:00 pm Monday through Friday. Typically, four 10- hour shifts per week. Evening and weekend work may be required depending on position requirements.

Schedule Type: TBD

Location: Wendover Clinic

Responsibilities: No

The Successful Candidate

• Fulfills patient care responsibilities as assigned that may include checking schedules & organizing patient flow.
• Prepares patients for examination and treatment.
• Takes patient histories and vital signs.
• Performs blood draws and specimen handling.
• Prepares exam and treatment rooms with necessary supplies, materials, and instruments.
• Gives injections, and applies casts, splints, and dressings, as applicable.
• Prepares and maintains supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization.
• Assists physicians in preparing for minor surgeries and physicals.
• Assists with scheduling of tests and treatments.
• Screens telephone calls for referral to physician.
• Provides general information on departmental policies and procedures.
• Notifies the Clinical Supervisor or Office Manager when clinical and office supplies need replenishing.
• Assists in maintaining patient files, records, and other information to contribute to accurate data gathering.
• Compiles and condenses technical and statistical data for reports and records.
• Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested.
• Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations.
• Maintains patient confidentiality.
• Reads, understands, and adheres to all Sacred Circle Health Care Policies and Procedures.
• Practices and adheres to the Code of Conduct and Mission and Values Statements.
• Other Duties as Assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Education: A high school diploma or GED is required

Experience: Minimum one (1) year of experience in a customer service or reception position, preferably in a medical office setting

Certification/LICENSE: Not requiredSomes sort of medical certification or schooling (CNA, EMT, MA, Phlebotomy)

Preferred Requirements

Education: Graduation from a recognized training facility for medical assistants.

Experience: One (1) year or more of experience in a physician practice.

• CPR certification.
• MA certification.

Other

Experience working with the Native American community.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Knowledge of medical practice and care to assist in giving patient care.
• Knowledge of examination, diagnostic, and treatment room procedures.
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.
• Skill in assisting in a variety of treatments and medications as directed.
• Skill in taking vital signs.
• Skill in maintaining records and recording test results.
• Skill in developing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

Sacred Circle Healthcare/Confederated Tribes of the Goshute Reservation gives preference to qualified American Indian/Alaskan Native Applicants

Compensation details: 18.23-22.79 Hourly Wage