Medical Assistant - Anchorage, AK

Marathon Health, LLC; Alaska; On-site; USD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

401(k) match

Job summary

Marathon Health, LLC in Anchorage, AK is seeking an experienced Medical Assistant to join our care team. You will support clinicians by taking vitals, preparing patients, and assisting with procedures while also handling front-desk tasks such as scheduling and records requests.

The role requires Graduation from a formal MA program and CPR/BLS certification at start. Prior MA experience in primary care is preferred, with phlebotomy experience welcome.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of Medical Assistant experience in primary care.
• Graduation from a formal Medical Assistant program.
• National or state MA certification/registration preferred; required where applicable.
• CPR/BLS certification required at start date.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam rooms and ensure rooms are stocked.
• Take vitals and assist with procedures.
• Administer medications and immunizations as directed.
• Front desk duties: scheduling, records requests, referrals.
• Document data in the medical record and communicate results.

Skills

Medical Assistant experience

Patient care

Vital signs

Phlebotomy (preferred)

Education

Formal Medical Assistant program

Tools

CPR/BLS certification

Job description

Medical Assistant - Anchorage, AK page is loaded## Medical Assistant - Anchorage, AKlocations: AK-Anchoragetime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR107171Marathon Health is a leading provider of advanced primary care in the U.S., serving 2.5 million eligible patients through approximately 630 employer and union-sponsored clients. Our comprehensive services include advanced primary care, mental health, occupational health, musculoskeletal, and pharmacy services, delivered through our 680+ health centers across 41 states. We also offer virtual primary care and mental health services accessible in all 50 states. Transforming healthcare delivery with a patient-first approach, we prioritize convenient access to both in-person and virtual care, resulting in improved health outcomes and significant cost savings. Committed to inclusivity and collaboration, we foster a positive work environment and recruit exceptional talent to ensure expertise and compassion in healthcare delivery. Marathon has been recognized as a five-time Modern Healthcare Best Places to Work in Healthcare winner and a six-time Best in KLAS award winner for employer-sponsored healthcare services.**Highlights of working at Marathon Health:*** Competitive health benefits that start 1st of month after start date* 15 days of PTO plus paid holidays* No out-of-pocket cost for scrubsAt Marathon Health we are building the most trusted, accessible and personalized healthcare experience alongside our patients and clients. With 20+ years’ experience from our shared organizations, we hold a unified goal of building deep, trusted and lasting relationships with our patients and clients. As Marathon Health, we are guided by our core principles of Patients First, Courage, Ingenuity, Community, and Fun.**About the Role**We are currently looking for an experienced Medical Assistant to join our team. The Medical Assistant is a key component of our care team and works closely with a primary care physician to deliver excellent patient care and provide an exceptional guest experience to our patients. Because of our unique model, our Medical Assistants oversee the full spectrum of the patient experience- acting both as a Medical Receptionist as well as assuming clinical responsibilities of a Medical Assistant.**Essential Duties and Responsibilities***The following duties and responsibilities generally reflect the expectations of this position but are not intended to be all-inclusive.** Escorts patients to room and ensures that exam rooms are thoroughly cleaned and stocked* Reviews previous medical information and gathers any relevant updated health information from the patient to inform the provider* Take vitals, perform blood draws, give injections, bandage wounds, assist with procedures. Work with the contracted labs for additional tests* Prepares and administers approved medications and immunizations via oral, topical, inhaled, intramuscular, subcutaneous or intradermal at the direction of and upon written order from the Provider* Partners with other members of the care team to develop individual patient plan of care including identifying and working to address gaps in care* Front desk duties, including: patient scheduling, medical record requests and abstraction, documentation, coordinate 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* Process test results and provide the patient with timely results via e-message, mail or phone as directed in written instructions by the Provider* Participates in outreach to patients to drive engagement among eligible patient groups* Maintains clinical and office supplies and equipment for treatments**About You*** Minimum of 1 year of experience working as a Medical Assistant, preferably in Primary Care. May vary based on clinic needs* Graduation from a formal Medical Assistant program or other related program* National or state-specific MA certification or registration is strongly preferred. MA certification or registration is required for employment in States where certification/registration is required.* CPR/BLS certification required at time of start date* Phlebotomy experience is preferred*We are accepting applications for this position until a candidate has been selected. To apply to this position and learn more about open jobs at Marathon Health, visit our careers page.***Marathon Benefits Summary**We believe in empowering teammates to do their best work and build better healthcare. Below are some of our benefit offerings. Eligibility is based on 24/hr week.* **Health and Well-Being**: 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.* **Financial Support:** Competitive compensation, 401k match, access to financial coaching through our Employee Assistance Program* **Lifestyle:** Paid time off for vacation, sick leave, and more.For more information, visit our careers page.### Marathon Benefits SummaryOur benefits are built around access to care that works, starting with FREE Marathon Health services for you and your family, which provides unlimited, free primary care, routine labs, select prescriptions, vaccinations, and virtual mental health care for you and your family so that our teammates can do their best work and build better healthcareBelow are some of our benefit offerings. Eligibility varies based on PT or FT status:* **Comprehensive Health & Wellness Benefits:** Choice of 2 medical plans, 2 dental plans, and vision coverage, unlimited free mental health benefits and EAP resources, Rewards for challenges and healthy lifestyle activities* **Family Friendly & Reproductive Health Benefits:** Family-building and hormonal health benefits and paid parental leave* **Time-Based Benefits:** Generous PTO or FTO, Paid Holidays + A Day for What Matters* **Financial Support:** Company paid Basic Life and Disability insurance, Supplemental Life, Spending Accounts, 401(k) with employer match and graded vesting* **Continuing Medical Education (CME)** for maintaining and strengthening the knowledge, skills, and expertise of our health center teammates, as applicable*to visit our Benefits page on our Careers page.*