Certified Medical Assistant

Travel Certified Medical Assistant (Days)

• Days M-F 8am-5pm
  
• Start Date: 5/18/2026
  
• Contract: 13 weeks
  
• Location: Juneau AK 99801
  
• Hourly Pay: $ 22.00
  
• Non-taxed Stipend: $903.00
  
• Weekly Total Pay: $1563.00
  
• EMR Used: Meditech
  

** Traveler will be cleared to start no less than 5 weeks after fingerprint cards are received for processing

** NO RTO will be approved.

The Certified Medical Assistant provides care to infants toddlers children adolescents adults and the elderly in an ambulatory care clinic. This position is essential in maintaining efficient clinic operations and patient flow to maximize the providers time and to insure access to care. Clinical Assistants perform administrative duties data management and handle basic clinical tasks. This information is recorded in patients chart along with patients medical history. This position works closely with providers giving support such as rooming patients performing Point of Care Testing (POCT) performing lab draws and provide immunizations and other injections within the scope of practice certification ECC monitoring answering phones processing provider orders data entry and participation in training processes. Must be able to make independent decisions within scope of practice based on experience and good judgment and be self-starting and require little guidance to keep busy.

This position is responsible for leading Clinical Assistant I and Clinical Assistant II positions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Accurately collects and documents information in patient chart. Keeps patient records in order with all forms properly identified; copies and compiles other medical data as needed.
  
• Assures patient medication and immunization records are current.
  
• Recognizes signs or symptoms requiring prompt intervention and acts appropriately.
  
• Transport patients within the facility as needed.
  
• Demonstrate ability to smoothly manage patient care duties while maintaining clinic flow.
  
• Reports and when appropriate records any changes observed in the condition or behavior of patients unusual incidents or breeches in safety. Observes patients to insure children elderly or impaired patients who require observation or assistance have someone in attendance.
  
• Sets up equipment and supplies for routine exams and minor procedures.
  
• Prepares patients for and assists with procedures treatments and minor office surgeries.
  
• Provides specimen collection Point of Care Testing (POCT). Follows protocol for collecting labeling and transporting of specimens.
  
• Performs and assists with radiology exams per protocol if competencies are met.
  
• Assists Provider as directed and trained by Provider as well as within their licensed Scope of Practice.
  
• Assists Clinic Nurse as needed.
  
• Provides immunizations injections as ordered by Provider.
  
• May perform basic life support as certified.
  
• Assists provider in identifying patients overdue for immunizations and preventative health maintenance including routine urgent and emergent appointments with appropriate provider and clinic. Other Functions
  
• Will provide cross-coverage for their peers helping peers and clinics that need assistance to ensure the efficient and effective flow of patients through the department.
  
• Attends and participates in at least 50% area staff meetings annually; responsible for applying information presented in staff meetings; participates in unit goal setting; complies with area and departmental scheduling guidelines; initiates discussion with department manager regarding area or department issues; complies with dress code; refers un-resolved problems with patients/visitors/co-workers to appropriate Manager for resolution; addresses employee concerns consistent with Human Resources Policy.
  
• Other duties as assigned.
  

Compensation:

• Weekly Pay (hourly) Non-taxed Stipend (if eligible)
  
• Pay package details provided upon offer
  

Requirements

Minimum Requirements:

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) is required; MUST HOLD NATIONAL CERTIFICATION MEDICAL ASSISTANT CERTIFIED
  
• High school diploma or GED is required
  
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required
  
• Nursing Degree from an accredited institution can replace the requirements above.
  
• Must have at least 1 year of experience working in a healthcare setting.
  
• Knowledge of Clinic procedures for receiving and following through on a patient visit and any related clinic treatments procedures is required
  
• Knowledge of age-appropriate vital signs and behaviors is expected
  
• Knowledge of Life-saving procedures is expected
  
• Knowledge of Medical terminology and the ability to readily learn and use various computer programs are preferred.
  
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills
  
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask
  
• Willingness to participate in continuing education and training programs
  
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently
  
• Strong communication professionalism and reliability
  

Compliance/Screening (Pre-Start):

• Drug screen and background check (facility required)
  
• Additional facility onboarding forms as assigned
  

Benefits

• Weekly pay
  
• Dedicated recruiter support
  
• Streamlined onboarding & compliance guidance
  
• Transparent pay packages
  
• Opportunities for extensions and future assignments
  

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