Job Description:A Medical assistant has accountability for providing care to patients in an ambulatory clinic setting. This will involve caring for patients with acute and chronic needsAre you interested in advancing your career while helping people live the healthiest lives possible Do you want to have a job where the work you do matters At Intermountain Health, we are looking for Medical Assistants who are patient-focused and engaged to join our clinic float pool in Park City and Heber Valley.The Wasatch Back float pool provides coverage for clinics that may open as early as 6:30 AM and stay open as late as 7 PM Monday thru Friday. We also support the InstaCares which are typically open 7 days a week and holidays from 7:50 AM – 8 PM. Float Pool caregivers are expected to work the entire requested shift, usually 8-12 hours, and not partial shifts.What does it mean to be a Medical Assistant with Intermountain Health Check out this video to learn more.ScopeThe Medical Assistant (MA) functions under the supervision and licensure of the Physician or Advanced Practice Clinician within the clinical setting.Posting SpecificsShift Details: PRN (As needed)Unit/Location: Wasatch Back Float Pool Additional Details: This position is in the Wasatch Back Float Pool, which provides coverage for clinics in Park City, and Heber. Although Park City is considered our home base, travel between clinics is required. Shifts may qualify for mileage reimbursement.BenefitsMedical, Dental, Vision, LifePaid Time OffEducation AssistanceTuition Reimbursement 401(k) 2% for all caregivers with additional matching up to 4%Health and Wellness Programs including a Live Well Incentive ProgramAccess to on-site fitness gymsOver 302,000 discount offers across 10,000 cities on everything from pizza, the zoo, movie tickets, car rentals, and hotelsCell Phone Discounts (AT&T, Verizon, Sprint, T-Mobile)Click herefor more detailsPerks of Living in the Wasatch Back (Heber Valley and Park City):5% pay differential added for Heber and Park City Locations (evaluated yearly by job)Ice Castles in the winterSoldier Hollow Snow TubingProvo Canyon (Deer Creek Lake, Sundance, Bridal Veil Falls, 3 different zipline experiencesHeber Valley Railroad (themed train rides down beautiful Provo Canyon) Olympic Park in Park CityDeer Valley, Park City, Canyons, and Sundance Ski Resorts Sundance Film Festival in Park CitySwiss Days in MidwayJob EssentialsPerforms basic clerical and office duties including:Assembles necessary documents and supplies.Effectively uses computer applications in the office setting.Schedules, coordinates, and monitors appointments, inpatient and outpatient admissions, tests, treatments, and procedures.Maintains medical records and other information.Maintains inventory of supplies. Orders and restocks as needed to ensure availability for patient care.Accurately documents patient history, physical, and vital information into the medical record.Performs business and financial duties including:Under the direction of the provider, assigns procedural and diagnostic coding to encounter forms.Conducts pre-authorizations and referrals in accordance with third party insurer requirements.Facilitates timely billing by completing necessary documentation.Performs clinical functions within acceptable standards of care including:Prioritizes (triage) patient needs identified through phone, electronic, and walk-in communication in accordance with established guidelines, standing orders, and protocols.Recognizes and appropriately responds to emergency situations.Prepares and maintains examination and treatment areas.Performs complete intake process as specified by physician or other providers (chief complaint, history, vital signs, height, weight, OFC, care process model data, etc.).Administers screening tests to patients (e.g., visual tests, audiology, spirometry, EKGs) within practice type.Assists provider with examinations, procedures, treatments, and interventions.Provides patient education as directed (content reflects specific MA training, guidelines, care process models, protocols).Reports significant changes in patient condition or other pertinent patient information to the Physician.Following provider instructions, demonstrates accurate, timely, and efficient follow through with pharmacy refills, scheduling out of clinic procedures, obtaining, reporting and tracking of lab results, leaving phone messages, and distributing faxes.Actively participates in quality improvement initiatives (i.e. CQI, TQM, Lean, 100% participation, etc.).Minimum QualificationsCurrent Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers. Must be obtained prior to start date.Successful completion of a Medical Assistant ProgramOr 1 year of Medical Assistant ExperienceOr current RN/LPN licensePreferred QualificationsCurrent national MA certification from one of the following national MA certifications or registrations: Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) of AMT, National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA), or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) of the AAMA.Experience in an outpatient clinic or other healthcare setting.Physical Requirements:Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.- and -Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.- and -Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.- and -Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.- and -Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc).- and -May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.Location:Heber Valley Clinic, Heber Valley Specialty Clinic, Jerry and Kathleen Grundhofer Clinic, Park City Clinic, Park City InstacareWork City:Park CityWork State:UtahScheduled Weekly Hours:0The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.$19.20 - $27.35We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged. Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.All positions subject to close without notice.