Medical Assistant Pediatric Float

imh; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education assistance up to $5,250/year

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Intermountain Health is seeking a Medical Assistant I to support clinicians in delivering quality patient care across four Las Vegas clinics. The role involves assisting providers, gathering patient data, and communicating with patients in person and by phone.

The position requires MA program completion or MA experience or Utah RN/LPN license, plus BLS and basic computer skills. Travel to multiple locations is required, with a 40-hour workweek.

Qualifications

• Proof of MA program completion or 1 year MA work experience or RN/LPN license in Utah.
• Current BLS certification required before start date.
• Basic computer skills for word processing and data entry.
• Professional demeanor and strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to protect privacy and PHI of patients.
• Willingness to travel to four clinic locations: Tenaya, Durango, Badura, Corporate.

Responsibilities

• Assist provider to gather information relative to the patient visit and condition.
• Communicate clearly with patients via phone and in person.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support patient care.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Professional demeanor

Collaboration

PHI privacy

Education

Medical Assistant program completion

RN/LPN license (Utah)

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Job Description:

A Medical Assistant I performs routine clerical and clinical tasks within the clinic, assisting Physicians and other licensed providers to provide cost effective, quality patient care.

Shift Details:Full-Time (40 hrs/wk - Monday to Friday 8AM to 430PM)

Unit/Location:General Pediatrics - Travel to all 4 clinic locations required (Tenaya, Durango, Badura and Corporate)

Additional Details:Please review Minimum Qualifications listed below before applying.

Are you interested in advancing your career while helping people live the healthiest lives possible?As a Medical Assistant at Intermountain Health, you will play a vital role in supporting our clinical team, ensuring our patients receive the best care.At Intermountain, you will be part of a team that values career advancement, innovation and collaboration, where your skills are valued, and your contributions make a lasting impact.

• Join an organization that invests in your growth—with many career paths to explore, like Medical Assistant Senior, Registered Nurse, Practice Manager, and more!
• Intermountain offers employees up to $5,250 annually for education assistanceand partners with schools for debt free programs

What does it mean to be a caregiverwith Intermountain? Check out this video and learn more and discover the “Power of We.”

As a Medical Assistant at Intermountain Health, you will play a vital role in supporting our clinical team, ensuring our patients receive the best care by:

• Providing Patient Care:Under the direction of the Clinician, providing care to patients by assisting the provider to gather information that is relative to the patient’s visit and condition.
• Effective Communication:Communicating clearly with patients seeking care through different modalities including telephone and in-person interactions.
• Team Collaboration:Working with cross functional teams to collaborate on patient care. Attention to detail and follow-through are key components in helping to provide the care that is needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• This position requires one of the following:Proof of completion of a Medical Assistant programORat least one year of Medical Assistant work experienceORcurrent active and in good standing RN/LPN license to practice nursing in the state of Utah
• Current Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers. Must be obtained prior to start date
• Demonstrated basic computer skills involving word processing and data entry.
• Professional manner and strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with patients and fellow caregivers to deliver the highest level of customer/patient satisfaction.
• Ability to protect privacy, confidentiality, and Protected Health Information (PHI) of patients, members, and caregivers.

Utah Only

If certified with less than one year of MA experience, caregivers may attend a yearlong MA residency program

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in an outpatient clinic or other healthcare setting.
• Computer literacy in using electronic medical records (EMR) systems and other relevant software.

• Current national MA certification from one of the following national MA certifications or registrations: Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) of AMT, National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) of the AAMA
  

Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.
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Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.
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Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.
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Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.
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Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc).
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May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.

Location:

Clinic Pediatrics - Tenaya

Work City:

Las Vegas

Work State:

Nevada

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

$20.07 - $28.59

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.

By applying for a position with Intermountain, I acknowledge that I will comply with all applicable Intermountain policies and expectations. If applying for a remote or hybrid role, this includes remote work expectations related to confidentiality, information security, work schedules, conflicts of interest, and use of company equipment. I further acknowledge that outside employment or activities may not interfere with job responsibilities or create a conflict of interest with Intermountain. Actual or reasonably perceived conflicts may be grounds for disqualification from consideration or, if hired, corrective action up to and including termination of employment.

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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