Certified Medical Assistant at Northern Base

5k sign on, 10 k relocation

Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job 

• Accurately collects and documents information in patient chart. Keeps patient records in order with all forms properly identified; copies and compiles other medical data as needed. 

• Assures patient medication and immunization records are current. 

• Recognizes signs or symptoms requiring prompt intervention and acts appropriately.  

• Transport patients within the facility, as needed. 

• Demonstrate ability to smoothly manage patient care duties while maintaining clinic flow.  

• Reports, and when appropriate, records any changes observed in the condition or behavior of patients, unusual incidents, or breeches in safety. Observes patients to insure children, elderly, or impaired patients who require observation or assistance have someone in attendance.  

• Sets up equipment and supplies for routine exams and minor procedures. 

• Prepares patients for and assists with procedures, treatments, and minor office surgeries. 

• Provides specimen collection, Point of Care Testing (POCT). Follows protocol for collecting, labeling, and transporting of specimens. 

• Performs and assists with radiology exams per protocol if competencies are met. 

• Assists Provider as directed and trained by Provider as well as within their licensed Scope of Practice.   

• Assists Clinic Nurse as needed. 

• Provides immunizations, injections as ordered by Provider.  

• May perform basic life support, as certified. 

• Assists provider in identifying patients overdue for immunizations and preventative health maintenance including routine, urgent and emergent appointments with appropriate provider and clinic. 
  
  

Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required 

• High school diploma or GED – required  

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification – required  

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) OR 

• EMT III Current AK Certification OR 

• Current AK Paramedic Certification OR 

• Nursing Degree from an accredited institution can replace the requirements above. 

Experience Required 

• Experience working in a healthcare setting preferred.  

Knowledge of 

• Clinic procedures for receiving and following through on a patient visit and any related clinic treatments, procedures.   

• Age-appropriate vital signs and behaviors. 

• Life-saving procedures. 

• Medical terminology and the ability to readily learn and use various computer programs preferred.