Medical Assistant

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Location
4300 Bartlett St, Homer, AK, 99603, United States
Base Pay
$25.96 / Hour
Job Category
Patient Care Services
Employee Type
Active - Full-Time
Description
Join the team at South Peninsula Hospital, where youll support patient care across multiple clinics, helping keep our local community healthy and thriving.

HIGHLIGHTS:
Make an Impact: Assist with patient care, coordinate daily clinic activities, and support medical staff with routine procedures to help ensure efficient and effective care for our community.
Community-Centric: Pairing small town values with industry-leading standards, South Peninsula Hospital values and invests in its staff and deeply cares about its patients.
Benefits: South Peninsula Hospital provides industry-leading benefits, including Health/Dental/Vision Insurance with up to a $2000 HRA and generous PTO. Loan forgiveness and tuition reimbursement programs are available.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide initial patient triage, gathering necessary information and prioritizing care based on patient needs.
Assist in coordinating patient care, working closely with providers, nurses, and other support staff.
Perform routine medical procedures as directed by clinical protocols or healthcare providers.
Manage administrative tasks such as scheduling, charting, record keeping, and patient communication through phone and EMR systems.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

Must have a high school diploma or GED; BLS certification required and must be maintained.
Previous experience or certification as a Medical Assistant, EMT-1, CRNUAD, or Health Care Specialist, or 1-2 years of clinic or hospital experience.
Proficient in medical terminology and clinical practices and procedures.
Strong knowledge of medical records management, HIPAA compliance, and health information management. Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact courteously with patients, families, and facility staff.
Must demonstrate the ability to work independently and in a team environment.

ENVIRONMENT:

South Peninsula Hospital has multiple outpatient clinics and is a combined 22-bed critical access hospital, 28-bed long-term care facility, orthopedic, and family practice clinics located at the southern end of the Kenai Peninsula.


The Medical Assistant position requires walking, standing for extended periods, stooping, and the ability to lift 50 pounds. Persons in this position are exposed to infectious diseases, including blood-borne pathogens, muscle strains, falls, and needle stick injuries. Generally, physical demands are moderate, and most work is performed inside. Working hours may fluctuate based on scheduling needs and patient census.

Additional Information
FTE
1
Position type
Union
Shift Type
Days
Hours
Variable
EEO Notice
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any prohibited characteristics.

Work, play, and live in beautiful Homer, Alaska, on stunning Kachemak Bay! Wonderful quality of life in Homer – friendly people, quality public schools, comprehensive health and wellness care, a vibrant art community, amazing restaurants and world class recreational opportunities – hiking, fishing (salmon, halibut and more!), kayaking, boating, sightseeing and much more!

South Peninsula Hospital (SPH) is the healthcare provider of choice, with a dynamic and dedicated team committed to service excellence. SPH has been three times named a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital out of more than 1,300 critical access hospitals nationwide, based on the iVantage Health Analytic's Hospital Strength survey.

SPH, located in the heart of Homer, Alaska, is a 22-bed Acute Care, 9-bed Emergency Department, 3 room Labor and Delivery, critical access hospital with an attached 28-bed Long Term Care facility. Our staff of over 500 uses state-of-the art technology and equipment to provide services to our rural community of over 15,000 residents. Homer is located on the Kenai Peninsula, and about a four hour drive to Anchorage.

We offer excellent benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, $2,000 annual Health Reimbursement Account, 403b retirement plan, $500 annual Health & Wellness reimbursement, generous paid time off/vacation time, student loan assistance, tuition reimbursement, and a relocation bonus!

Apply today at If you have any questions, please call our Human Resources Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io.