Medical Assistant Clinical

Orthopedic Physicians Alaska; Wasilla, Northern (AK, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 63,000; 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 is hiring a Medical Assistant to join the CARE TEAM. You will support clinicians, perform administrative and clinical tasks, and help ensure high-quality patient experiences.

The role requires completing clinical duties, rooming patients, recording vital signs, and maintaining exam rooms. Relevant MA certification or LPN credentials are preferred. This on-site position includes benefits and a signing bonus after 90 days of full-time employment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of clinical experience as MA or externship preferred.
• Certified Medical Assistant or Registered Medical Assistant preferred; LPN with experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to the scope of practice of a MA.
• Room patients, take vital signs, document visits in EHR.
• Ensure exam rooms are stocked, cleaned, maintained.
• Comply with HIPAA and state laws.
• Answer patient calls and follow up as needed.
• Assist with patient scheduling.
• Communicate effectively with patients and staff.
• Maintain professional presence.
• Report concerns to supervisor.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Vital signs

HIPAA compliance

Electronic health records

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certified medical assistant (CMA)

Licensed practical nurse (LPN) + 2 years clinical experience

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR) system

Job description

Career Opportunities with OrthoAlaska LLC

A great place to work.

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

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

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.