Medical Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Medical Assistant
Fourth Street Clinic | Salt Lake City, UT

Homelessness hurts. Health care helps.

For nearly 35 years, Fourth Street Clinic has provided essential health care services to individuals experiencing homelessness in downtown Salt Lake City. When you join our growing team, you're not just taking a job-you're helping transform lives.

Position Overview

The Medical Assistant is a key member of our clinical care team, providing direct patient care and support across medical, behavioral health, and dental services. This role ensures patients feel welcomed, supported, and informed while maintaining accurate records and assisting providers during examinations and procedures. The Medical Assistant also plays a vital role in patient education and clinic workflow efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Welcome and check in patients, ensuring a friendly and supportive environment

• Take vital signs and perform patient intake

• Assist providers during examinations and procedures

• Update and maintain accurate medical records in the electronic health record system

• Educate patients on health guidelines and self-care practices

• Support smooth clinic operations through organization, multitasking, and communication with the healthcare team

• Maintain compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and organizational policies

• Assist with other duties as assigned to ensure quality patient care

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Certification as a Medical Assistant preferred (or willingness to obtain)

• 1+ years of experience in a clinical setting preferred

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Attention to detail and organizational skills

• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment

• Empathy and patient-centered approach

• Positive attitude and high energy

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with underserved or vulnerable populations

• Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR)

• Bilingual in English/Spanish

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive pay starting at $18–$22 per hour

• 100% employer-paid individual medical insurance

• Dental and vision coverage

• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer match

• Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability insurance

• 401(k) with 3% employer contribution plus dollar-for-dollar match up to 2%

• Generous paid time off: 3+ weeks for full-time employees

• 13 paid holidays, plus 2 personal holidays and 2 wellness days

• Tuition reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Why Join Fourth Street Clinic?

Fourth Street Clinic improves health outcomes for Utahns experiencing homelessness by providing high-quality, integrated care in a trauma-informed setting. We embrace diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging at all levels of our organization, fostering an environment where employees can be their authentic selves.

Join our mission-driven team of dedicated, innovative staff who work every day to deliver compassionate health care to some of our community's most vulnerable members.

Apply today and help make a tangible difference in the lives of those we serve.