Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant

Full Time Clerical Wendover, Wendover, UT, US

8 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $18.23 To $22.79 Hourly

Our mission is to preserve the Goshute heritage of protecting and caring for family and extend the tradition to all marginalized and underserved populations in our area. We refuse to let access, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status restrict someone from receiving complete healthcare.

Sacred Circle Healthcare is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant for our Wendover, Utah location.

General Summary of Duties:

Responsible for providing professional nursing care for clinic patients under the supervision of the Physician or Advanced Practice Practitioner (APP). Assists Physician or APP and staff in coordinating patient care. Functions as primary liaison between patients, staff and Physician or APP.

• Fulfills patient care responsibilities as assigned that may include checking schedules & organizing patient flow.
• Prepares patients for examination and treatment.
• Takes patient histories and vital signs.
• Performs blood draws and specimen handling.
• Prepares exam and treatment rooms with necessary supplies, materials, and instruments.
• Gives injections, and applies casts, splints, and dressings, as applicable.
• Prepares and maintains supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization.
• Assists physicians in preparing for minor surgeries and physicals.
• Assists with scheduling of tests and treatments.
• Screens telephone calls for referral to physician.
• Provides general information on departmental policies and procedures.
• Notifies the Clinical Supervisor or Office Manager when clinical and office supplies need replenishing.
• Assists in maintaining patient files, records, and other information to contribute to accurate data gathering.
• Compiles and condenses technical and statistical data for reports and records.
• Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested.
• Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations.
• Reads, understands, and adheres to all Sacred Circle Health Care Policies and Procedures.
• Practices and adheres to the Code of Conduct and Mission and Values Statements.
• Other Duties as Assigned.

A high school diploma or GED is required

Minimum one (1) year of experience in a customer service or reception position, preferably in a medical office setting

Not required

Graduation from a recognized training facility for medical assistants.

One (1) year or more of experience in a physician practice.

• CPR certification.
• MA certification.

Other:
Experience working with the Native American community.

• Knowledge of medical practice and care to assist in giving patient care.
• Knowledge of examination, diagnostic, and treatment room procedures.
• Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe work environment.
• Skill in assisting in a variety of treatments and medications as directed.
• Skill in taking vital signs.
• Skill in maintaining records and recording test results.
• Skill in developing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.

• Competitive pay
• Healthcare coverage for you and your family
• Generous PTO, paid holidays and floating holidays to celebrate what is important to you (prorated for part‑time employees)
• Retirement matching to invest in your future
• Colleagues that are unparalleled
• A culture that is second to none