Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Jobs – Ambulatory Care Clinic in Juneau, Alaska

Join an on-site ambulatory care clinic in Juneau, Alaska, as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) providing compassionate clinical support to patients across the lifespan. This travel medical assistant assignment offers a rewarding opportunity to work in a dynamic healthcare setting surrounded by the coastal scenery and outdoor recreation of Southeast Alaska.

Medical Assistant Job Details

• Location: Juneau, Alaska
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,540-$1,650
• Assignment Dates: October 31, 2026-February 27, 2027
• Duration: 17 weeks
• Schedule: 40 hours per week, scheduled across Sunday-Saturday between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.; schedule varies
• Shift Duration: 8-hour day shifts
• Healthcare Setting: On-site ambulatory care clinic
• Patient Population: Infants, children, adolescents, adults, and older adults

Certified Medical Assistant Job Requirements

• Current national Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification
• At least 1 year of experience in a healthcare setting, including urgent care experience within the last 2 years
• High school diploma or GED
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• A nursing degree from an accredited institution may substitute for the education and certification requirements, as applicable
• Knowledge of ambulatory clinic workflows, medical terminology, age-appropriate vital signs, and patient care procedures
• Ability to use electronic medical records (EMR/EHR) and accurately document patient information
• Ability to operate common clinical equipment, including vital-sign equipment, pulse oximeters, EKG machines, cardiac monitors, and defibrillators
• Strong communication, organization, teamwork, clinical support, and customer service skills
• Ability to recognize and respond appropriately to urgent and emergency situations
• Ability to frequently stand, walk, sit, bend, and lift or push/pull up to 25 pounds; may occasionally assist with patient transfers

Certified Medical Assistant Responsibilities

• Room patients, obtain medical histories and vital signs, and accurately document information in the electronic medical record
• Maintain current medication and immunization records and identify patients due for preventive care
• Prepare patients, equipment, and supplies for examinations, treatments, minor procedures, and office surgeries
• Assist providers and nursing staff with patient care within the scope of training and certification
• Collect, label, process, and transport specimens according to established protocols
• Perform point-of-care testing and assist with radiology examinations when properly trained and competent
• Administer immunizations and injections as ordered and within the applicable scope of practice
• Recognize changes in patient condition, respond to urgent needs, and report unusual incidents or safety concerns promptly
• Transport and monitor patients who require assistance or observation
• Support efficient patient flow by coordinating clinical and administrative tasks
• Provide cross-coverage and assistance to other ambulatory care team members as needed
• Maintain a safe, professional, and respectful environment while following clinical, safety, and infection-control procedures
• Participate in team meetings, training, quality initiatives, and other duties as assigned

Apply now for this Certified Medical Assistant travel assignment and join a collaborative healthcare team in Juneau, Alaska.

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.