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 needs

　　Are 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.

　　A Medical Assistant can be a great first step in your healthcare career if you are looking to become a Registered Nurse, Advanced Practice Clinician, Healthcare Leadership and more!

　　What does it mean to be a Medical Assistant with Intermountain Health? Check out this video (https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=84cnGVGcpLk&feature=youtu.be) to learn more.

　　A Medical Assistant will be responsible to communicate clearly with patients seeking care thru different modalities including telephone and in-person interactions.

　　Under the direction of the Clinician, the Medical Assistant will provide care to patients by assisting the provider to gather information that is relative to the patient’s visit and condition.

　　The Medical Assistant will work with cross functional teams to collaborate on patient care. Attention to detail and follow thru are key components in helping to provide the care that is needed.

　　The Medical Assistant will demonstrate proficiency in basic Medical Assisting skills as well as have experience providing care in an ambulatory setting.

　　Work Site & Scheduling

　　Department: Southern Rural Administration

　　Training Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5pm

　　Final Work Schedule: Dependent on coverage needs

　　Benefits

　　Intermountain Health offers a generous benefits package that contributes to the overall health and compensation of each caregiver. Benefits differ from PRN status, Part Time status, and Full Time status.

　　Promotion within the MA Scope of Practice

　　Various insurance options through Select Health, Intermountain’s insurance company

　　Onsite fitness centers and discounts to local gyms

　　LiVe Well caregiver incentive program – up to $300 per year

　　Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – including free counseling for caregivers and their immediate family

　　Over 302,000 discount offers across 10,000 cities on everything from movie tickets, pizza and the zoo to car rentals and hotels

　　Paid Time Off including but not limited to Parental Leave, Long and Short-Term Disability

　　401(k) with up to 4% employer contribution

　　Up to $1,500 referral bonus

　　Tuition Reimbursement

　　Tuition Assistance through Peak - up to $5,200 per year paid to your school as you go

　　To learn about additional Intermountain benefits Click here (https://intermountainhealthcare.org/careers/working-for-intermountain/employee-benefits/)

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　Medical Assistant:

　　Entry Pay: $18.83+ (Pay is dependent on years of Medical Assistant experience)

　　Current Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers from American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC). Must be obtained prior to start date.

　　Successful completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program or 1 year of Medical Assistant Experience or has a current RN/LPN license

　　Preferred: Current 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.

　　Preferred: 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.

　　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.

　　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.

　　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.

　　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).

　　May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.

　　Anticipated job posting close date:

　　02/02/2024

　　Location:

　　Cedar City Hospital

　　Work City:

　　Cedar City

　　Work State:

　　Utah

　　Scheduled Weekly Hours:

　　The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

　　$18.83 - $26.81

　　We 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 packages for our Idaho, Nevada, and Utah based caregivers (https://intermountainhealthcare.org/careers/working-for-intermountain/employee-benefits/) , and for our Colorado, Montana, and Kansas based caregivers (http://www.sclhealthbenefits.org) ; and our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (https://intermountainhealthcare.org/careers/working-for-intermountain/diversity/) .

　　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.

　　Intermountain Health is a Utah-based, not-for-profit system of 33 hospitals (includes "virtual" hospital), a Medical Group with more than 3,800 physicians and advanced practice clinicians at about 385 clinics, a health plans division called SelectHealth, and other health services. Helping people live the healthiest lives possible, Intermountain is widely recognized as a leader in clinical quality improvement and efficient healthcare delivery.

　　Join our world-class team and embark on a career filled with opportunities, strength, innovation, and fulfillment.

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　　We intentionally work toward an Intermountain Health that reflects our diverse communities and provides culturally competent care, health equity, and a sense of belonging amongst all our caregivers (employees). This is an important part of fulfilling our mission to help people live the healthiest lives possible. The three pillars of our work are talent experience with Intermountain (application, internship, development, etc.), community benefit, and care delivery.

　　Learn more about diversity at Intermountain, here. (https://intermountainhealthcare.org/careers/working-for-intermountain/diversity/)

　　Introduce yourself to our Talent Acquisition team and we will get in touch if there is a role that seems like a good match.

　　Intermountain Health’s PEAK program supports caregivers in the pursuit of their education goals and career aspirations by providing up-front tuition coverage paid directly to the academic institution. The program offers 100+ learning options to choose from, including undergraduate studies, high school diplomas, and professional skills and certificates. Caregivers are eligible to participate in PEAK on day 1 of employment. Learn more. (https://intermountainhealthcare.org/careers/working-for-intermountain/employee-benefits/peak-program/)

　　The primary intent of this job description is to set a fair and equitable rate of pay for this classification. Only those key duties necessary for proper job evaluation and/or labor market analysis have been included. Other duties may be assigned by the supervisor.

　　All positions subject to close without notice.

　　Thanks for your interest in continuing your career with our team!