Medical Assistant | Growth, Certification Support & Benefits

Community Health Systems; Palmer (AK); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life insurance

PTO and sick leave

401(k) with company match

Career development opportunities

Licensure/certification reimbursement

Student loan assistance

Employee rewards

Pet insurance

Job summary

Community Health Systems in Palmer, AK seeks a Medical Assistant to support patient care under supervision. This role handles both clinical and administrative tasks, assists with procedures, maintains exam rooms, and helps ensure efficient clinic operations and outstanding patient service.

The ideal candidate has an accredited Medical Assistant program and 0-1 year of experience (externship accepted). The position offers comprehensive benefits, growth opportunities, licensure/certification

Qualifications

• Completion of Medical Assistant program from an accredited school preferred
• 0-1 years of experience in a medical practice setting or completion of externship program required

Responsibilities

• Assist providers with non-invasive medical procedures and vital signs.
• Prepare and clean exam rooms before visits and clinical procedures.
• Handle patient intake duties, including reporting test results, phone triage, and documenting medical information as directed by licensed personnel or providers.
• Review daily logs and maintain documentation.
• Coordinate pre-registration, scheduling, referrals, insurance verification, and clinic communications.
• Maintain organized workload and provide courteous service to patients and staff.
• Monitor supplies and equipment to ensure inventory levels and functionality.
• Educate patients on medications, diets, and health topics.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintain regular attendance and comply with policies.

Skills

MS Office

Interpersonal skills

Infection control

Time management

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Confidentiality

Education

Medical Assistant program (accredited)

Tools

Medical record systems

Job description

Community Health Systems in Palmer, AK seeks a Medical Assistant to support patient care under supervision. This role handles both clinical and administrative tasks, assists with procedures, maintains exam rooms, and helps ensure efficient clinic operations and outstanding patient service.

The ideal candidate has an accredited Medical Assistant program and 0-1 year of experience (externship accepted). The position offers comprehensive benefits, growth opportunities, licensure/certification