Medical Assistant
With the wilderness as our catalyst, we reveal potential, inspire hope, and heal families. We believe it. We live it.
Location: 709 East Main Street Office
Schedule: Part-time, Flexible
Compensation: $13.50/hour
Are you passionate about the outdoors and helping others discover their potential in nature? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where professional expertise makes a real impact? Then this is your dream job.
At ThreePeaks Ascent, we specialize in outdoor therapeutic programs that empower youth through immersive wilderness experiences. As a Medical Assistant, you’ll play a crucial role in supporting and maintaining treatment plans for our students.
When your mission includes saving lives, you need the best people on the team. That's where you come in.
Summary/objective— Help nurses to plan and coordinate, communicate and implement the medical needs of each student and staff as directed by the nurse supervisor.
Essential functions may include—
Flexible schedule; approximately 8 hours per week.
Care for students to ensure rules are followed and safety is maintained.
Assist with student hygiene and medical care, coordinating with healthcare professionals
Participate in milieu therapy, including group sessions and activities.
Collaborate with other departments to ensure holistic care
Support student chores and therapeutic tasks.
Help de-escalate situations, providing physical interventions when necessary
Model desired behaviors like patience, tolerance and communication
Provide on-call medical support on weekends, with flexibility to coordinate weekend off-days with nursing staff.
Stocks and restocks medical supplies and equipment
Stocks/restocks first aid kits
Staff bags stocked/restocked with Epipens, inhalers and other necessary meds
Check-In as needed in the field
Requirements
Basic computer and math skills
Current EMT, CNA or MA Certification; preferred
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to set boundaries and enforce rules, especially in high-stress situations
Certified in CPR, PCS and First Aid
Must pass a criminal background check and have a clean driving record
Able to perform physical labor and maintain flexibility in varying weather conditions
Regularly walk, stand, and lift objects weighing up to 25 pounds
Current Utah Driver’s license
Gain Aegis certifications within 30 days of hire
Benefits
Discounted membership at local gym
Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Significant discounts for hundreds of professional outdoor gear brands
Long off-shifts ideal for planning trips
A few hours from Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, the Grand Canyon, and Lake Powell
A few hours from many world-class ski resorts
Close to McCarran International Airport in Las Vegas
A supportive and close-knit community