CMA/MA – Medical Assistant

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Job ID: 891099

Job Title

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) – Urgent Care

Location

Juneau, AK | Urgent Care / Ambulatory Care Clinic

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Room patients, collect and accurately document patient history, vital signs, medications, and immunization records in the electronic medical record (EMR)
• Perform Point of Care Testing (POCT), laboratory specimen collection, and administer immunizations and injections as ordered by the provider
• Set up equipment and supplies for routine exams, minor procedures, and assist providers and nursing staff during treatments and minor office surgeries
• Monitor patients and recognize signs or symptoms requiring prompt intervention, reporting changes in patient condition or safety concerns appropriately
• Assist with radiology exams per protocol when competencies are met, and perform basic life support as certified
• Provide cross-coverage support across clinic areas to maintain efficient patient flow; may lead and support Clinical Assistant I and Clinical Assistant II staff

Required Qualifications

• Current National Medical Assistant Certification (CMA) is required
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required
• Minimum of 1 year of urgent care experience within the last 2 years
• High school diploma or GED required (a nursing degree from an accredited institution may substitute for CMA certification requirements)
• Ability to operate medical equipment including blood pressure cuff, pulse oximeter, EKG machine, cardiac monitor, and manual defibrillator
• Note: Housing and transportation assistance are not provided by the facility; travelers are responsible for securing their own accommodations

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with multiple EMR systems and accurate patient data entry
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills with a customer service focus
• Familiarity with age-appropriate vital signs across patient populations ranging from infants to elderly
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, make sound decisions within scope of practice, and maintain efficient clinic flow with minimal supervision

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic ambulatory care environment serving a diverse patient population across all age groups in a unique Alaskan setting
• Gain experience in a multidisciplinary healthcare team with a broad scope of clinical responsibilities

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