Medical Assistant-Clinical

OrthoAlaska LLC; Soldotna (AK); On-site; USD 28,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance coverage

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with 3% employer contribution

Profit sharing

Paid time off starting at three weeks

Employee Assistance Program

Signing bonus

Job summary

Orthopedic Physicians Alaska (OPA) in Soldotna, AK is seeking a Medical Assistant on the CARE TEAM to support clinicians and deliver patient-centered care. This is a temporary to full-time position with competitive hourly pay and benefits.

You will perform rooming, vital signs, EHR documentation, scheduling help, and HIPAA compliance while maintaining a professional presence and strong patient communication. A High School diploma is required; MA certification preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred CMA/RMA or licensed practical nurse certifications.
• Ability to adhere to MA scope of practice and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to the scope of practice of a MA.
• Room patients, take vital signs, and document visits in the EHR.
• Ensure exam rooms are stocked, cleaned, and prepared for visits.
• Comply with HIPAA and state laws.
• Answer patient calls and follow up with patients.
• Assist with patient scheduling as needed.
• Communicate with patients, providers, and staff.
• Maintain a professional presence and report concerns.

Skills

Room patients

Vital signs

EHR documentation

HIPAA compliance

Scheduling

Communication

Professional presence

Care team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Preferred CMA/RMA/LPN certifications

Tools

Electronic health records (EHR)

Job description

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Medical Assistant, OPA Soldotna, Temporary/Full-time

Non-Certified - $20.00–$30.50 per hour (DOE)

Certified - $21.00–$31.50 per hour (DOE)

You will receive a $750 SIGNING BONUS after 90 days of full-time employment.

ORTHOPEDIC PHYSICIANS ALASKA

• Complimentary orthopedic and primary care at OPA and PCA
• Medical and dental insurance coverage beginning within 30 days of employment
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) with 3% employer contribution
• Profit sharing
• Paid time off starting at three weeks per year
• Competitive pay and annual compensation reviews
• Employee Assistance Program

Your Role at OPA:

As a Medical Assistant on the CARE TEAM at OPA you will contribute to outstanding patient experience by working with other providers and staff to ensure patients are receiving appropriate care. You will also perform administrative tasks, environmental tasks, and organizational tasks to ensure the clinic is operating effectively.

What You’ll Do:

• Adhere to the scope of practice of a MA
• Room patients, take vital signs, and document patient visits in electronic health record system
• Ensure exam rooms are appropriately stocked, cleaned, and maintained for patient visits
• Comply with HIPAA, confidentiality, and state laws
• Answer patient calls and follow up with patients
• Assist with patient scheduling as needed
• Effectively communicate with patients, providers, and staff
• Maintain a professional presence
• Report concerns to appropriate staff members
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor

Why You’ll Excel in This Role:

• You are able to understand medical charts, diagnosis, and coding for billing purposes
• You demonstrate the ability to maintain a calm demeanor when under pressure
• You have skill in operating a computer using a variety of software applications and an electronic health records system
• You are able to prioritize multiple tasks and work with a variety of patient care teams

Required qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent

Preferred qualifications:

• One year of clinical experience working as a medical assistant OR completion of externship in a medical office
• Certified medical assistant through the AAMA OR registered medical assistant through the AMT OR
• Licensed practical nurse certification PLUS two years of clinical experience

Candidates meeting the above skills and qualifications and desiring to be part of a patient-centered, professional environment are invited to apply.

OrthoAlaska is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, religion, age, pregnancy, protected veteran status, disability, or other protected categories.