Pediatric Medical Assistant I - Growth Path & Benefits

Utah; Riverton (UT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care coverage

14.2% retirement contributions

Paid leave time

11 paid holidays

Tuition reduction

Flex spending accounts

Life insurance

Job summary

The University of Utah Health in Salt Lake City is seeking Medical Assistant I for our Pediatric Ambulatory Clinical Care team. The role supports physicians with patient care, documentation, scribing, and basic clinical tasks in a 40-hour, day-shift schedule.

Primary location is Intermountain Riverton Hospital - Primary Children’s Wing with potential shifts at Lehi location. Training occurs at Primary Children’s Eccles Outpatient Services in Salt Lake City. Eligible for comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• One year of Medical Assistant experience in ambulatory care or similar setting.
• State-approved EMT course or equivalent certification is acceptable.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assisting program or MA certification.

Responsibilities

• Act as a medical scribe and assist with clerical duties and documentation.
• Prepare patients for examinations and record vitals and history.
• Recognize and respond to emergencies in the clinic.
• Perform CLIA waived lab tests and report results.
• Assist physicians with procedures and patient education.
• Schedule appointments and maintain medical records and charts.
• Maintain supplies, restock, and ensure clean examination rooms.
• Attend mandatory training and infection prevention programs.

Skills

Medical Assistant experience

EMT course

MA certification program

Education

Medical Assisting program

EMT course (state approved)

University Hospital MA certification program

Job description

The University of Utah Health in Salt Lake City is seeking Medical Assistant I for our Pediatric Ambulatory Clinical Care team. The role supports physicians with patient care, documentation, scribing, and basic clinical tasks in a 40-hour, day-shift schedule.

Primary location is Intermountain Riverton Hospital - Primary Children’s Wing with potential shifts at Lehi location. Training occurs at Primary Children’s Eccles Outpatient Services in Salt Lake City. Eligible for comprehensive benefits.