Medical Assistant, Certified

Seward Community Health Center

. Provide direct clinical support to medical providers, clinic staff, and patients .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeSeward • Alaska • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $20 - $27 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in clinical support, patient communication, and electronic healthcare records management. Capable of performing medical procedures, maintaining confidentiality, and adhering to HIPAA regulations while providing high-quality patient care.

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Nationally Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA)Electronic Healthcare Records (EHR)CPR/BLS CertificationPatient CommunicationMedical Terminology

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Hard Skills

Clinical SupportPatient Chart ReviewSpecimen CollectionPoint-of-Care Laboratory TestsVaccination AdministrationWound Cleaning and DressingMedical Equipment PreparationQuality Improvement ParticipationTraining New Medical AssistantsHIPAA Compliance

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsCritical ThinkingDecision-Making SkillsOrganizational SkillsTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Epic EHRAutoclave

Certifications & Qualifications

Nationally Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA)CPR/BLS Certification

Industry Keywords

Patient CareFamily PracticeMedical TerminologyConfidentialitySeward, Alaska

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide direct clinical support to medical providers, clinic staff, and patients
Review patient charts, identify care gaps, and prepare relevant data for appointments
Update Epic EHR records with outside provider notes, lab results, vaccine records, and other documentation
Prepare exam rooms, lab rooms, medical equipment, supplies, and vaccine refrigerators
Room patients for in-person and virtual appointments
Prepare patients for examinations and assist healthcare providers during examinations and procedures
Perform supervised procedures within scope of practice, including wound cleaning and dressing
Administer and assist with vaccinations
Collect specimens and perform point-of-care laboratory tests
Coordinate labs, referrals, imaging, prior authorizations, specialist visits, and follow-up appointments
Assist patients with paperwork, scheduling, consent forms, and home visits
Provide patient communication, including screening calls, medication refill questions, reminders, follow-up calls, and lab/imaging results
Maintain accurate, confidential, and organized patient medical records
Stock and maintain exam rooms, lab, medication, and supply rooms
Sterilize and process instruments and maintain the autoclave
Participate in quality improvement or outreach committees
Assist with training new Medical Assistants
Perform additional Level 2/3 duties as applicable, including unsupervised procedures, supply oversight, abnormal-results notification, complex call screening, and independent nursing visits

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school graduate or equivalent
Current certification as a Nationally Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) preferred but not required
Previous family practice experience preferred
Excellent communication skills and willingness to work as a member of a team
Possess current CPR/BLS certification or obtain within 30 days of hire
Critical thinking and decision-making skills
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously
Strong computer skills, including electronic healthcare records
Knowledge of medical terminology and equipment
Ability to interact positively with patients, visitors, and staff
Ability to maintain absolute confidentiality and follow HIPAA regulations
Ability to work independently and use good judgment in work prioritization
Ability to complete difficult/complex tasks
Ability to follow oral and written instructions
Ability to work onsite in Seward, Alaska

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance with medical, dental, and vision benefits for both staff and dependents
Short- and long-term disability insurance paid by employer
Term life insurance paid by employer
3% employer contribution to a 401(k) retirement plan
100 hours of paid holidays annually
Paid leave accrued biweekly
40-hour Wednesday-Saturday schedule during clinic business hours (8am-6pm)
Annual continuing medical education (CME)
Outdoor recreation opportunities in Alaska