Full-Time
Certified Medical Assistant
Outpatient Pediatrics Clinic
Updated on 8/1/2026
Deadline 7/9/27
Foundation Health Partners
Compensation Overview
$21.07 - $30.34/hr
+ $10,000 retention bonus + Shift differential + Annual increases
Fairbanks, AK, USA
In Person
Category
 Medical, Clinical & Veterinary (1) |
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Required Skills
Phlebotomy
CPR
Medication Administration
Inventory Management
Medical Terminology
Patient Care
Vital Signs
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Requirements
- A high school diploma, General Educational Development credential, or equivalent working knowledge is required.
- Knowledge normally obtained through graduation from an accredited medical assisting program is required.
- Completion of an approved medical assistant training program as defined by state regulations is required.
- Medical Assistant Certification or Medical Assistant Registration is required.
- Current Basic Life Support certification is required, with competency in cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques for adults, children, and infants demonstrated every other year through a nationally recognized, standardized, credentialed healthcare provider course.
- At least one year of medical clerical experience, preferably in a hospital or physician office setting, or prior customer service experience is required.
- Working knowledge of medical terminology, computer literacy, and keyboarding skills is required.
- Effective organizational, human relations, and communication skills are required.
Responsibilities
- Perform laboratory specimen collections and provide safe, accurate, and efficient patient care.
- Assist clinicians and nursing staff with direct patient care and traditional Certified Medical Assistant duties.
- Prepare patients for examinations and treatment by taking and recording vital signs, symptoms, necessary measurements, chief complaints, and pain scores.
- Report patient conditions that may indicate a change to the clinician.
- Assist providers with examinations and minor in-office procedures, including measuring blood pressure, respiration, heart rate or pulse, and temperature; performing ear irrigation and electrocardiograms; and acting as a chaperone when needed.
- Use universal blood and body fluid precautions and personal protective equipment as needed.
- Prioritize patient flow through the clinical process.
- Coordinate and manage patient care, including pre-certifications, authorizations, prescriptions, and patient scheduling.
- Communicate test results to patients and act as a resource to clinicians to support optimal patient care.
- Administer medications in accordance with established policies and procedures or clinician direction.
- Provide clerical support for patient and client notifications and documentation, including medical records, laboratory records, authorizations, X-rays, hospital records, and prior care documentation.
- Provide complete and accurate information needed for timely encounter-related billing.
- Maintain a clean and functional environment by cleaning and disinfecting equipment, examination rooms, and storage areas.
- Disinfect equipment and instruments using appropriate solutions and sterilization procedures.
- Follow manufacturer recommendations and Occupational Safety and Health Administration guidelines when handling hazardous substances.
- Perform basic equipment maintenance and coordinate prompt repairs.
- Order supplies and stock patient-care areas.
- Monitor inventory, including medications, injectables, immunizations, expired medications or equipment, and recalls.
- Maintain effective communication with external and internal customers and demonstrate service-oriented behavior.
- Complete required onboarding, orientation, and simulation-training activities.
- Perform all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, and applicable professional standards.
Desired Qualifications
- Recent healthcare experience is preferred.
- Additional related education and/or experience is preferred.