Medical Assistant Clinical - Foot & Ankle

Orthopedic Physicians Alaska; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 28,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary orthopedic and primary &

Medical and dental insurance within 30

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with 3% employer contribution

Profit sharing

Paid time off starting at three weeks

Annual compensation reviews

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Orthopedic Physicians Alaska (OPA) is seeking a Medical Assistant to join the Foot/Ankle CARE TEAM in Anchorage. The role supports clinical and administrative tasks, rooming patients, recording vital signs, and maintaining a clean, well-supplied exam environment.

The position offers a signing bonus of $750 after 90 days of full-time employment, with competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for growth within a leading orthopedic practice in Alaska.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• One year of clinical experience OR externship in a medical office is preferred.
• CMA/RMA or LPN credentials with related clinical experience are acceptable.

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, clean, and maintained.
• Comply with HIPAA and state laws.
• Assist with patient scheduling as needed.
• Communicate effectively with patients, providers, and staff.
• Report concerns to appropriate staff.

Skills

Patient communication

Multitasking

Computer literacy

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or CMA via AAMA

Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) or AMT

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Medical Assistant Clinical - Foot & Ankle

Medical Assistant, OPA Foot/Ankle - Anchorage, Full-time

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

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

You will receive a $750.00 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

Core Competencies

- Synergy: Through collaboration & continuation improvement

- Empathy: Through compassion & patient-centered care

- Integrity: Through trust & ethical accountability

- Optimization: Through operational efficiency

The mission of OrthoAlaska, Orthopedic Physicians Alaska division is to provide the finest orthopedic surgery and musculoskeletal care in North America through quality, patient-centered care. Each of our physicians and surgeons works in concert with a certified orthopedic surgical physician assistant and other staff to provide patients an individualized care-team experience. Currently, we have offices in Anchorage, Wasilla, and Eagle River.

Employees enjoy opportunities for professional growth in a collaborative environment and exposure to a full range of orthopedic care with orthopedic, injury walk-in, and rheumatology clinics, an imaging center, athletic training and physical, occupational and massage therapy.

OPA values quality, patient-centered care, personal fulfillment through continuous improvement, team development, and community service. We welcome applicants who embrace our same core values and possess a daily renewed attitude of excellence.

OPA benefits include health and dental insurance, life and disability insurance, 401(k) and profit sharing, as well as paid time off.

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.