Medical Assistant

Job Title: Medical Assistant (part time)

Schedule: 24 hours a week, 8am-5pm

Monday & Thursday and can choose to work Tuesday or Wednesday

Looking for help 3x a week on the busiest days.

MA Background: Should have some MA experience. Casting and Ortho experience is a big plus.

Duration: ~12 week engagement with the opportunity to extend or convert for the right person.

Pay: $20-24/hr

Location: Salt Lake City, Utah (onsite)

Responsibilities:

• The Medical Assistant (MA) will support and facilitate clinic operations by performing clinical, clerical, and technical duties, including patient rooming, documentation during visits, assisting with minor procedures, managing supplies, supporting Telehealth services when applicable, and flexing to administrative support when needed. This role requires strong communication skills, clinical competence, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively to ensure an optimal care experience for patients and families.

Required Skills:

• Medical Assistant Certification (Acceptable certifications include, but are not limited to: CMA, RMA, CCMA, NCMA Required in states where certification is mandated by law or regulation. In non-mandated states, certification is preferred but not required).

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Required within 30-90 days of hire

• Escort patients from waiting room(s) to exam room(s), confirming date of birth and ensuring patients are in the proper attire required for their visit

• At relevant sites, MAs will walk patients to radiology or POPs rooms/waiting areas, in addition to rooming for clinic

• Obtain patient vitals (height, weight, temperature, pulse, BP, etc.), draw blood, and conduct basic medical history (including chief complaint, medication history, social history, and family history)

• Monitor and report patient condition throughout their visit

• Ensure infection prevention protocols are followed

• Conduct Telehealth intake tasks – document vitals, medical history, and encounter details

• Escort patients to check out and update rooming status in Epic

• Monitor Epic DAR and communicate with all relevant teams (front desk, radiology, POPs, etc.) to ensure timely rooming and patient handoffs

• Direct physicians and APPs to patient rooms based on Epic DAR status

• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and other staff

• Provide patients with updates on delays, next steps, and answer non-clinical questions

• Assist in patient education regarding casting care, surgical prep, and discharge instructions

• Maintain patient confidentiality

• Prepare exam rooms daily; stock and maintain supplies and equipment

• At relevant sites, support cast room setup, cleaning, and supply management

• Troubleshoot clinical equipment and coordinate service as needed

• Participate in outreach clinics and support continuity of care initiatives

• Prepare and manage Telehealth rooms and equipment

• Accurately input patient data (vitals, medications, allergies, immunizations, and intake notes) into Epic

• Compile and share departure summaries with patients

• Support follow-up scheduling and direct patients

• Perform clerical duties including copying, faxing, scanning, and other correspondence handling

• Clean exam rooms between patients

• Support Physician Clinic order entry process according to established SCMG guidelines and workflows

• Maintain current CMA and Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications

• Attend required meetings, in-services, and complete ongoing education, and competency training

• Participate in department performance improvement and safety training

*We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO), and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

*As a job position within our Allied division, a successful completion of a background check may be required as a condition of employment. This requirement is directly related to essential job functions including but not limited to: providing direct patient care, accessing medical and confidential records, accessing and administering prescription medication or other drugs, working within a clinical setting, handling sharp instruments, conducting medical procedures, and working within departments that care for vulnerable populations, such as, minors, elderly and those with physical or mental disabilities. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.