Medical Assistant Clinical- Full-time

Opalaska; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 27,552 - 43,394; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Complimentary orthopedic and primary care

Medical and dental insurance coverage

Life and disability insurance

401(k) with employer contribution

Profit sharing

Paid time off starting at three weeks

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Opalaska is hiring a full-time Medical Assistant for OPA Lake Otis in Anchorage, Alaska. The role involves assisting in patient care, performing administrative tasks, and ensuring compliance with health protocols. A high school diploma is required, with preferred qualifications including clinical experience or certification.

The position offers competitive pay, potentially ranging from $20.00 to $31.50 per hour, as well as a signing bonus and comprehensive benefits including medical and dental insurance.

Qualifications

• One year of clinical experience as a medical assistant or externship completion.
• Certified medical assistant through the AAMA or registered through the AMT.
• Licensed practical nurse certification with two years of clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Room patients, take vital signs and document visits.
• Ensure exam rooms are stocked and clean.
• Comply with HIPAA and state laws.
• Assist with patient scheduling.
• Maintain communication with patients and staff.

Skills

Understanding medical charts and coding

Ability to maintain calm under pressure

Skill in operating electronic health records

Prioritizing multiple tasks

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Career Opportunities with OrthoAlaska LLC

A great place to work.

Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Medical Assistant, OPA Lake Otis, Full-time

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

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

Schedule: Monday through Friday

You will receive a $500 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.