Medical assistants are responsible for performing clinical tasks such as taking vital signs, collecting specimens, and assisting physicians with procedures. They also manage administrative duties including patient scheduling, prescription requests, and maintaining accurate medical records.
Requirements overview
Candidates must hold a national certification as a Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) and possess current CPR certification. Recent experience in a medical facility or completion of an accredited medical assistant program is required.
Key skills
Vital signs monitoringPatient medical historyPrior authorizationsVenipunctureSpecimen collectionMedical asepsisDrug administrationMinor surgery assistanceCLIA-waived testingElectrocardiographyEmergency triageFirst aidICD-10 codingCPT codingPatient educationComputer literacy
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Founded by Dr. A.Z. Tanner in 1905 in Layton, Utah, Tanner Clinic has grown to become the largest and longest-running medical clinic in Davis County. With 12 locations across Kaysville, Layton, Syracuse, Roy, Clinton, East Layton, Farmington, Murray, and Ogden, Tanner Clinic proudly offers over 30 specialties to meet the diverse healthcare needs of our community.
Our mission, "The patient is at the center of everything we do at Tanner Clinic," reflects our ongoing commitment to providing affordable and quality healthcare to Davis County and beyond.
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Description
Description
$500 Hiring Bonus!
Tanner Clinic is currently hiring for multiple Full-Time and Part-Time Medical Assistant (MA / CMA / RMA) positions across several specialties and locations. Applicants will be considered based on their certifications, qualifications, and clinic needs.
Current Openings
Full-Time
Antelope A - Orthopedics
Antelope B - Urology
Antelope A - Behavioral Health
Antelope A - Rheumatology
Antelope B - IS&P
Antelope B - OB/GYN
Farmington - Pediatrics
Kaysville - Pediatrics
Westside - Family Medicine
Roy - Family Medicine
Syracuse - Family Medicine
East Layton - Family Medicine
Part-Time
Antelope A - ENT
Antelope B - OB/GYN
Roy - PRN
Syracuse - PRN
Westside - PRN
Antelope A - PRN
Antelope B - PRN
East Layton - PRN
Department: Clinical Services
Immediate Supervisor Title: Practice Services Supervisor
Job Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Essential Job Responsibilities:
Ensure proper patient satisfaction by attending to their medical needs as determined by the attending physician.
Perform vital signs and obtain patient medical histories.
Obtain prior authorizations for prescriptions and procedures.
Maintain strict patient, computer, and company confidentiality.
Fulfills patient care responsibilities as assigned that may include checking schedules and organizing patient flow; fulfill prescription requests; accompanying patients to exam/procedure room; venipunctures and specimen collection in preparing for exam; obtaining patient history; performing screenings per provider guidelines; assisting physicians with various procedures; charting; relaying instructions to patients/families; answering calls, and providing pertinent information.
Fulfills organizational responsibilities as assigned including respecting/promoting patient rights; responding appropriately to emergency codes; sharing problems relating to patients and/or staff with immediate supervisor.
Fulfills clinical medical assisting responsibilities, which may include medical/surgical asepsis; clinical pharmacology; drug administration through various routes including injections; prescription verifications with physician’s orders; minor surgery assists including surgical tray set-up pre/post-surgical care, applying dressings, and suture removal; biohazard waste disposal and monitoring; therapeutic modalities; CLIA-waived testing; capillary punctures and; specimen handling such as urine, throat, vaginal, stool, and sputum; electrocardiography, emergency triage, and first aid.
Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Education:
Current documentation of a national certification for the registered medical assistant (RMA) or for the certified assistant through the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA).
Will consider graduates from accredited Medical Assistant programs.
A current CPR certification is preferred
Must have current health records with the appropriate immunizations to work in the health care field (hepatitis B and tuberculosis).
Experience:
Recent experience working in a medical facility as a medical assistant and/or documented evidence of externship completed in a medical office preferred.
Other Requirements:
Must be able to communicate effectively with patients, physicians, and staff.
Must be capable of handling multiple tasks effectively and able to maintain a professional demeanor during stressful situations.
Demonstrate compassion and understanding for the patient and caring parties.
Possess pleasant and effective written, verbal, and telephone communication skills.
Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this position.
Performance Requirements:
Knowledge:
Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding.
Knowledge of health care field and medical office protocols/procedures.
Knowledge of specific assisting tasks related to particular medical practice.
Knowledge of information that must be conveyed to patients and families.
Skills:
Skill in using computers.
Skill in performing medical assistance tasks appropriately.
Skill in understanding patient education needs by effectively sharing information with patients and families.
Abilities:
Ability to learn and retain information regarding patient care procedures.
Ability to project a pleasant and professional image.
Ability to plan, prioritize, and complete delegated tasks.
Ability to demonstrate compassion and caring in dealing with others.
Equipment Operated: Standard medical exam/office equipment, which may include computerized health information management system for medical records, etc.
Work Environment: Combination of medical office and exam/procedure room settings. Well-lighted, well-ventilated, adequate space.
Mental/Physical Requirements: Must be able to use appropriate body mechanics techniques when making necessary patient transfers and helping patients with walking, dressing, etc. Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds of supplies. Occasional stress from dealing with many staff and patients.