Medical Assistant - Surgical Clinic

loganhealth; Kalispell (MT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Logan Health Surgical Clinic in Kalispell, MT is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant (RMA or CMA) to support patients through their surgical journey. You will greet and prepare patients, assist surgical providers, and document care in the EMR, ensuring safety and compassion at every step.

You will also coordinate scheduling, referrals, and follow-ups while collaborating with surgeons, nurses, and clinic staff in a fast-paced surgical specialty setting.

Qualifications

• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) or CMA certification required.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in a medical practice; surgical clinic preferred.
• HIPAA knowledge and medical terminology training preferred.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Greet, room, and prepare patients for examinations and procedures, including obtaining medical histories and vital signs.
• Assist surgical providers during examinations, minor procedures, and treatments while ensuring patient comfort and safety.
• Perform competency-validated clinical tasks, including wound care and dressing changes, and document in EMR.
• Coordinate patient care activities, including surgical scheduling, referrals, diagnostic testing, prior authorizations, and follow-up.
• Support daily clinic operations by maintaining exam rooms, equipment, and supplies, and assist with patient calls and portal communications.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Professionalism

Empathy

Independent work

Education

RMA

CMA

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Medical Assistant | RMA | CMA | Surgical Clinic

Logan Health Surgical Clinic

Kalispell, MT

Schedule: Full-Time | 8-hour shifts, 40 hours per week

Bring your compassion, clinical skills, and commitment to exceptional patient care to Logan Health's Surgical Clinic team.

At Logan Health, our Surgical Clinic provides specialized care and support for patients throughout their surgical journey, from initial consultations to post-operative follow-up. We are seeking a Registered Medical Assistant or Certified Medical Assistant to join our collaborative, patient-focused team. We are also willing to consider a Medical Assistant Trainee who is eager to learn, grow their clinical skills, and provide compassionate, high-quality care.

This role offers the opportunity to work closely with surgical providers, support patients throughout their care, and make a meaningful difference in a fast-paced specialty clinic.

Our Mission : Quality, compassionate care for all.

Our Vision : Reimagine health care through connection, service and innovation.

Our Core Values : Be Kind | Trust and Be Trusted | Work Together | Strive for Excellence.

Medical Assistant | RMA | CMA | Surgical Clinic

Logan Health Surgical Clinic | Kalispell, MT

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Meaningful Patient Connections - Support patients throughout their surgical care journey, from initial consultations to post-operative follow-up, while creating a compassionate, welcoming, and positive clinic experience.
• Collaborative Care Team - Work alongside surgeons, advanced practice providers, nurses, and clinical staff in a team-focused specialty care environment.
• Purposeful Work - Play an important role in helping patients prepare for procedures, navigate their care, and recover with confidence.
• Professional Growth - Expand your clinical skills and healthcare knowledge while gaining hands-on experience in a dynamic surgical specialty setting.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Greet, room, and prepare patients for examinations and procedures, including obtaining medical histories and vital signs.
• Assist surgical providers during examinations, minor procedures, and treatments while ensuring patient comfort and safety.
• Perform competency-validated clinical tasks, including wound care and dressing changes as appropriate, and accurately document patient information in the electronic medical record.
• Coordinate patient care activities, including surgical scheduling, referrals, diagnostic testing, prior authorizations, and follow-up appointments.
• Support daily clinic operations by maintaining exam rooms, equipment, and supplies while assisting with patient calls and portal communications.

Qualifications

Required:

• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) through an accredited certifying organization.
• OR Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) through an accredited certifying organization.

Preferred Experience

• One (1) year of experience in a medical practice setting preferred.
• Previous experience in a surgical clinic, specialty practice, or medical office preferred.
• Medical office experience and medical terminology training preferred.
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, basic laboratory values, pharmacology, wound care, infection control practices, and HIPAA requirements preferred.

Professional Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, critical thinking, and the ability to prioritize effectively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Commitment to professionalism, patient confidentiality, and exceptional patient care.
• Ability to act with integrity, kindness, and empathy.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn additional software systems as needed.

Shift:

Day Shift - 8 Hours (United States of America)

Schedule:

Logan Health operates 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Schedules are set to accommodate the requirements of the position and the needs of the organization and may be adjusted as needed.

Notice of Pre-Employment Screening Requirements

If you receive a job offer, please note all offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment screening, which includes:

• Criminal background check
• Reference checks
• Drug Screening
• Health and Immunizations Screening
• Physical Demand Review/Screening

Equal Opportunity Employer

Logan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation to complete the application, testing or interview process, please notify Human Resources.