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Medical Assistant/Primary Care Jobs in Moscow, Idaho, USA at Gritman Medical Center
Medical Assistant (Full time) | Primary Care
Job Category:
Medical Assistant
Requisition Number: PRIMA
003744
Posted:
January 7, 2025
Employment Type:
Full-Time
Location:
Gritman Medical Center, 700 S Main St., Moscow, , USA
Gritman Medical Center is seeking a dedicated and compassionateMedical Assistant Ito join our Primary Care Group in a full-time capacity. In this vital role, you will support healthcare providers by performing a variety of clinical and administrative tasks to deliver exceptional,patient-centered care. This position offers adynamic work environmentwhere you can build a meaningful career while contributing to the health and well-being of the community.
If you are passionate about healthcare and enjoy working in acollaborative,fast-pacedsetting, this is the opportunity for you.
Responsibilities:
Patient Care & Clinical Documentation
Assist patients during intake, prepare exam rooms, and document clinical care accurately in the electronic health record (EHR).
Monitor patient progress and outcomes, ensuring all interventions are appropriately recorded.
Diagnostic Testing & Lab Work
Perform CLIA-waived lab tests, venipunctures, and capillary blood draws, adhering to all quality and regulatory guidelines.
Conduct in-office diagnostic tests, such as EKGs, vision, and hearing screenings, under provider supervision.
Vaccinations & Injections
Administer adult and pediatric vaccines in compliance with CDC guidelines and the Vaccines for Children (VFC) program.
Perform subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intradermal injections under the supervision of a healthcare provider.
Provider Support
Assist healthcare providers during examinations and procedures.
Act as a medical scribe, documenting care and entering orders/referrals in the EHR as directed.
Administrative Responsibilities
Handle medication prior authorizations with insurance providers.
Manage inventory control, ensuring medical supplies are ordered and stocked appropriately.
Process incoming and outgoing electronic documents, including lab results, consult notes, and patient correspondence, through the EHR.
Safety & Quality Improvement
Report variances, near misses, and patient concerns through the online incident reporting system.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care and clinic operations.
Monitor the waiting area for safety and privacy concerns, addressing or escalating issues as necessary.
Provide feedback to team leads or directors regarding office needs, equipment malfunctions, or process improvements.
Requirements:
Education:
No formaleducationrequired
Licenses/Certifications:
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (required)
CCMA or CMA preferred
Experience:
Proficiency with computers and office systems is required.
Previous experience in a medical office setting is a plus but not mandatory.
Skills & Abilities:
Exceptional customer service andcommunication skillswith a positive, professional demeanor.
Strong organizational and time management abilities to handle multiple priorities effectively.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in ateam-orientedenvironment.
Commitment to Gritman Medical Center’s values ofcompassion, integrity, and excellence.
Physical Demands & Environment:
Work in afast-pacedoffice environment requiring frequent movement, lifting (up to 35 lbs.), and extended periods of standing or sitting.
Exposure to pu…
Title: Medical Assistant/Primary Care
Company: Gritman Medical Center
Location: Moscow, Idaho, USA
Category: Healthcare, Administrative/Clerical
