Medical Assistant - Mat-su, AK

Marathon Health; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Marathon membership

Life and disability insurance

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Employer funded HSA/FSA

Job summary

Marathon Health is seeking an experienced Medical Assistant to join our team in Anchorage. You will work closely with a primary care physician to deliver high-quality patient care and create an exceptional guest experience, blending medical assisting with front-ddesk responsibilities.

The role requires MA program graduation and CPR/BLS certification, with phlebotomy experience preferred. Join a team recognized for delivering comprehensive, accessible care across a growing network.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Medical Assistant, preferably in primary care.
• Graduation from a formal Medical Assistant program or equivalent.
• CPR/BLS certification required at start date.
• Phlebotomy experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam rooms and ensure rooms are stocked and cleaned.
• Review patient information and update health data for the provider.
• Take vitals, collect specimens, give injections, and assist with procedures.
• Coordinate with contracted labs for additional tests.
• Prepare and administer medications and immunizations per provider orders.
• Collaborate with care team to develop patient care plans and address gaps in care.
• Front desk duties: scheduling, records requests, referrals, check-in/out.
• Document data in medical records according to guidelines.
• Process test results and communicate results to patients as directed.
• Engage patients through outreach to improve care engagement.
• Maintain supplies and equipment for treatments.

Skills

1+ year MA experience

CPR/BLS certified

Phlebotomy experience

Education

Formal Medical Assistant program

Job description

Highlights of working at Marathon Health:

Competitive health benefits that start 1st of month after start date 15 days of PTO plus paid holidaysNo out-of-pocket cost for scrubs

About Us

Marathon Health is a leading provider of advanced primary care in the U.S., serving 2.5 million eligible patients through approximately 630 employer and union-sponsored clients. Our comprehensive services include advanced primary care, mental health, occupational health, musculoskeletal, and pharmacy services, delivered through our 680+ health centers across 41 states. We also offer virtual primary care and mental health services accessible in all 50 states. Transforming healthcare delivery with a patient-first approach, we prioritize convenient access to both in-person and virtual care, resulting in improved health outcomes and significant cost savings. Committed to inclusivity and collaboration, we foster a positive work environment and recruit exceptional talent to ensure expertise and compassion in healthcare delivery. Marathon has been recognized as a five-time Modern Healthcare Best Places to Work in Healthcare winner and a six-time Best in KLAS award winner for employer-sponsored healthcare services.

About the Role

We are currently looking for an experienced Medical Assistant to join our team. The Medical Assistant is a key component of our care team and works closely with a primary care physician to deliver excellent patient care and provide an exceptional guest experience to our patients. Because of our unique model, our Medical Assistants oversee the full spectrum of the patient experience- acting both as a Medical Receptionist as well as assuming clinical responsibilities of a Medical Assistant.

Essentials Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties and responsibilities generally reflect the expectations of this position but are not intended to be all-inclusive.

• Escorts patients to room and ensures that exam rooms are thoroughly cleaned and stocked
• Reviews previous medical information and gathers any relevant updated health information from the patient to inform the provider
• Take vitals, perform blood draws, give injections, bandage wounds, assist with procedures.
• Work with the contracted labs for additional tests
• Prepares and administers approved medications and immunizations via oral, topical, inhaled, intramuscular, subcutaneous or intradermal at the direction of and upon written order from the Provider
• Partners with other members of the care team to develop individual patient plan of care including identifying and working to address gaps in care
• Front desk duties, including: patient scheduling, medical record requests and abstraction, documentation, coordinate specialist visits, referrals, and other care outside of the clinic, check-in, check-out, etc.
• Records accurate and pertinent data in the medical record according to documentation guidelines
• Process test results and provide the patient with timely results via e-message, mail or phone as directed in written instructions by the Provider
• Participates in outreach to patients to drive engagement among eligible patient groups
• Maintains clinical and office supplies and equipment for treatments

About You

• Minimum of 1 year of experience working as a Medical Assistant, preferably in Primary Care. May vary based on clinic needs
• Graduation from a formal Medical Assistant program or other related program
• National or state-specific MA certification or registration is strongly preferred.
• MA certification or registration is required for employment in States where certification/registration is required.
• CPR/BLS certification required at time of start date
• Phlebotomy experience is preferred

Marathon Benefits Summary

• Health and Well-Being: Free Marathon membership for in person and virtual care, employer paid life and disability insurance, and choice in medical/dental plans, vision, employer funded HSA, FSA, and voluntary illness, accident and hospitalization plans. Benefits are effective on the first of the month following date of hire.
• Financial Support: Competitive compensation, 401k match, access to financial coaching through our Employee Assistance Program
• Lifestyle: Paid time off for vacation, sick leave, and more.