Clinical Support Specialist Jobs in Alaska
Clinical Support Specialist jobs in Alaska are concentrated in hospital systems, behavioral health, and primary care networks, with demand spread across Anchorage, Fairbanks, and the Matanuska-Susitna Valley. Established employers including Providence Alaska Medical Center, Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium, and Banner Health maintain consistent openings for clinical support roles at both entry and experienced levels. The most in-demand specialties locally are behavioral health support, chronic disease management, and ambulatory care coordination. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Top employerAlaska Native Tribal Health Consortium
Top cityAnchorage, AK
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Work type79% On-site
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Certified Medical Assistant II - Village Clinical Support Coordinator
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Tanana Chiefs Conference
Certified Medical Assistant II - Village Clinical Support Coordinator
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US Department of Veterans Affairs
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Certified Medical Assistant II - Village Clinical Support Coordinator
Tanana Chiefs Conference·Fairbanks, Alaska
Job functions:
BLS Certification
201-500 employees
Job Description
Job Title
Certified Medical Assistant II - Village Clinical Support Coordinator
Location
Fairbanks, AK, US
Organization Name
Health Services
Job Summary
Job Summary: The Village Clinical Support Coordinator provides care coordination services to patients residing in villages within the TCC region. The incumbent will function as a member of a multidisciplinary care team, ensuring well-coordinated closed-loop care. The scope of the position and all associated duties are inclusive of all beneficiaries of TCC Health Services (IHS, HRSA and VA). The Village Clinical Support Coordinator will use both clinical and administrative skills along with a deep understanding of the TCC system to facilitate care delivery to village-based patients.
Job incumbent will have extensive travel to villages to support providers including but not limited to; health screening, medical procedures, CLIA waived lab procedures, clinical management functions, and supply maintenance. Develop, maintain, and implement evidence-based up-to-date practices to ensure the highest standard of care in the provision of services.
Adhere to the TCC Ch'eghwtsen' model of service and guiding principle which requires providing timely and effective service along with the ability to interact with others in a way that inspires trust and demonstrates respect, compassion and empathy.
Adhere to the TCC Ch'eghwtsen' model of service and guiding principle which requires providing timely and effective service along with the ability to interact with others in a way that inspires trust and demonstrates respect, compassion and empathy.
Essential Functions
Essential Functions: This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
Representative Duties: Under the general supervision of the CHAP Training Center Medical Director (or designee), job incumbent will:
1. Care Coordination
a. Ensure closed-loop care with timely follow-up on provider plan of care.
b. Assist patients with navigating, to include travel, referrals, Purchased-Referred Care, Medicaid, etc.
c. Patient referral management.
d. Utilizing population health data and chart review, identify patients with outstanding preventive and chronic care needs.
e. Assist with patient scheduling, chart preparation, and follow-up of village field trips.
f. Effectively communicate with patients, care team members, and other departments to facilitate timely information exchange. Collaborate with other members of the healthcare team, both within TCC and outside of TCC.
g. Utilize the electronic health record for documentation.
h. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the continuous improvement of healthcare delivery to village-based patients.
i. Must be able to work independently and escalate needs outside of their scope.
2. Direct Clinical Care
a. Accompany licensed clinical providers on assigned village travel. Project approximately two to three village visits (three to five days each) quarterly.
b. Village site visit preparation depending on village assemble items: pharmaceuticals vaccines, POC supplies, instruments for per provider preference.
c. Perform initial patient intake to include obtaining a basic set of vital signs, brief history, performs screening questions in accordance to clinic policy and documents in the EHR. Patient visits may be in-person during village visits or by telehealth.
d. Prepare exam rooms/supplies and assist clinicians during patient visit. Perform procedures as trained and within appropriate scope of practice (for example, tympanography, audiometry, spirometry, medication administration, perform EKG, vision screen, and dressing change, perform x-rays).
e. Stock exam rooms, manage clinic supply inventory. Operate and maintain medical equipment in clinics during visits.
f. Perform basic laboratory functions to include POC testing, specimen collection, processing, handling/shipping, quality control, and resulting [in EHR]
g. Provide and document patient education as directed including rationale for medication administration, explanation of medications and procedures, test results, disease prevention and education on lifestyle changes.
3. Telehealth visits:
a. Coordinate patient visit with village clinic and or assist patient with mitigating a location in home that best supports the visit
b. Ensure technology is working prior to visit for an efficient encounter.
4. For all patients treated in person or telehealth:
a. Intake for registration and referral for enabling services.
b. Reminder calls for scheduled patients
c. Assist Village Nurse Navigator to review charts and identify patient needs prior to travel/visit.
d. Provide and document patient education including rationale for medication administration, medication side effects, explanation of medications and procedures, prescription usage and directions, test results, disease prevention and education on lifestyle changes.
e. Prepare follow up needs report and coordinate with Village Nurse Navigator for patient care referrals.
Other Responsibilities:
1. Facilitate efforts to support TCC initiatives; AAAHC accreditation, population health, Patient Centered Medical Home, HRSA/grant compliance, Baldrige, quality improvement studies.
2. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Cultural Safety and Humility Commitment: In accordance with Tanana Chiefs Conference's commitment to cultural humility and cultural sensitivity, job incumbent will:
1. Uphold and enact principles of cultural sensitivity and relevance across all job activities, honoring the values, traditions, and practices of the communities served.
2. Continually participate in cultural humility and safety training to deepen understanding and support of the unique health concerns and perspectives of village residents.
3. Ensure respectful and efficient communication by using language services and culturally tailored materials in interactions with patients and community members.
4. Integrate respect for local customs into healthcare practices and decision-making to ensure culturally consistent care.
5. Recognize impacts of historic and inter-generational trauma that affect patient ability to access care.
6. Practice trauma-informed care.
Representative Duties: Under the general supervision of the CHAP Training Center Medical Director (or designee), job incumbent will:
1. Care Coordination
a. Ensure closed-loop care with timely follow-up on provider plan of care.
b. Assist patients with navigating, to include travel, referrals, Purchased-Referred Care, Medicaid, etc.
c. Patient referral management.
d. Utilizing population health data and chart review, identify patients with outstanding preventive and chronic care needs.
e. Assist with patient scheduling, chart preparation, and follow-up of village field trips.
f. Effectively communicate with patients, care team members, and other departments to facilitate timely information exchange. Collaborate with other members of the healthcare team, both within TCC and outside of TCC.
g. Utilize the electronic health record for documentation.
h. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the continuous improvement of healthcare delivery to village-based patients.
i. Must be able to work independently and escalate needs outside of their scope.
2. Direct Clinical Care
a. Accompany licensed clinical providers on assigned village travel. Project approximately two to three village visits (three to five days each) quarterly.
b. Village site visit preparation depending on village assemble items: pharmaceuticals vaccines, POC supplies, instruments for per provider preference.
c. Perform initial patient intake to include obtaining a basic set of vital signs, brief history, performs screening questions in accordance to clinic policy and documents in the EHR. Patient visits may be in-person during village visits or by telehealth.
d. Prepare exam rooms/supplies and assist clinicians during patient visit. Perform procedures as trained and within appropriate scope of practice (for example, tympanography, audiometry, spirometry, medication administration, perform EKG, vision screen, and dressing change, perform x-rays).
e. Stock exam rooms, manage clinic supply inventory. Operate and maintain medical equipment in clinics during visits.
f. Perform basic laboratory functions to include POC testing, specimen collection, processing, handling/shipping, quality control, and resulting [in EHR]
g. Provide and document patient education as directed including rationale for medication administration, explanation of medications and procedures, test results, disease prevention and education on lifestyle changes.
3. Telehealth visits:
a. Coordinate patient visit with village clinic and or assist patient with mitigating a location in home that best supports the visit
b. Ensure technology is working prior to visit for an efficient encounter.
4. For all patients treated in person or telehealth:
a. Intake for registration and referral for enabling services.
b. Reminder calls for scheduled patients
c. Assist Village Nurse Navigator to review charts and identify patient needs prior to travel/visit.
d. Provide and document patient education including rationale for medication administration, medication side effects, explanation of medications and procedures, prescription usage and directions, test results, disease prevention and education on lifestyle changes.
e. Prepare follow up needs report and coordinate with Village Nurse Navigator for patient care referrals.
Other Responsibilities:
1. Facilitate efforts to support TCC initiatives; AAAHC accreditation, population health, Patient Centered Medical Home, HRSA/grant compliance, Baldrige, quality improvement studies.
2. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Cultural Safety and Humility Commitment: In accordance with Tanana Chiefs Conference's commitment to cultural humility and cultural sensitivity, job incumbent will:
1. Uphold and enact principles of cultural sensitivity and relevance across all job activities, honoring the values, traditions, and practices of the communities served.
2. Continually participate in cultural humility and safety training to deepen understanding and support of the unique health concerns and perspectives of village residents.
3. Ensure respectful and efficient communication by using language services and culturally tailored materials in interactions with patients and community members.
4. Integrate respect for local customs into healthcare practices and decision-making to ensure culturally consistent care.
5. Recognize impacts of historic and inter-generational trauma that affect patient ability to access care.
6. Practice trauma-informed care.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
1. High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
2. Certified as a Medical Assistant
3. BLS certification, or obtain within thirty (30) days of hire
4. Experience in care coordination preferred.
5. Experience working in Rural Alaska or providing medical care to Alaska Natives preferred.
6. Familiarity with medical technology.
7. Must maintain strict confidentiality.
8. Must pass background check pursuant to Federal Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act requirements and State of Alaska background check.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
1. Demonstrated phlebotomy skills.
2. Proficiency with typing, using Office computer (MS Office Suite) and clinical computer applications (electronic health record).
3. Strong verbal, written, organizational, and interpersonal skills for managing workflow and maintaining patient satisfaction.
4. Highly organized with ability to balance multiple competing requests.
5. Strong multi-tasking and problem-solving capabilities.
6. Able to make independent judgements and refer to licensed staff as necessary.
7. Demonstrated time management.
8. Must be dependable, prompt, motivated, and able to work under minimal supervision.
Matrix Supervision: The Village Care Coordinator operates within a matrix supervision structure:
1. Operational Supervision: Reports to the CHAP Training Center Medical Director (or designee) for day-to-day operations, including care coordination activities and village travel.
2. Maintenance of Certification: Support from CAIHC Clinical Support Manager (or designee) for medical assistant-specific competencies and professional development to maintain certification.
Supervision Responsibilities: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
1. High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
2. Certified as a Medical Assistant
3. BLS certification, or obtain within thirty (30) days of hire
4. Experience in care coordination preferred.
5. Experience working in Rural Alaska or providing medical care to Alaska Natives preferred.
6. Familiarity with medical technology.
7. Must maintain strict confidentiality.
8. Must pass background check pursuant to Federal Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act requirements and State of Alaska background check.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
1. Demonstrated phlebotomy skills.
2. Proficiency with typing, using Office computer (MS Office Suite) and clinical computer applications (electronic health record).
3. Strong verbal, written, organizational, and interpersonal skills for managing workflow and maintaining patient satisfaction.
4. Highly organized with ability to balance multiple competing requests.
5. Strong multi-tasking and problem-solving capabilities.
6. Able to make independent judgements and refer to licensed staff as necessary.
7. Demonstrated time management.
8. Must be dependable, prompt, motivated, and able to work under minimal supervision.
Matrix Supervision: The Village Care Coordinator operates within a matrix supervision structure:
1. Operational Supervision: Reports to the CHAP Training Center Medical Director (or designee) for day-to-day operations, including care coordination activities and village travel.
2. Maintenance of Certification: Support from CAIHC Clinical Support Manager (or designee) for medical assistant-specific competencies and professional development to maintain certification.
Supervision Responsibilities: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Supervision
Physical demands: Position is mostly sedentary with extended periods sitting at desk/computer. Position requires recurring bending, stooping, kneeling, crawling, climbing and balancing. Job incumbent must be able to lift and carry up to fifty pounds in support of equipment and supplies. Incumbent must be able to work efficiently in a busy and sometimes stressful environment.
Work environment: Work is performed in a clinic responsible for treating patients with a wide variety of medical problems. The employee may be exposed to communicable disease during performance of duties.
Work environment: Work is performed in a clinic responsible for treating patients with a wide variety of medical problems. The employee may be exposed to communicable disease during performance of duties.
Summation
Summation: Most important skills necessary to succeed in this position are excellent communication and problem-solving skills, the ability to troubleshoot, and interact effectively with others.
Tanana Chiefs Conference
Certified Medical Assistant II - Village Clinical Support Coordinator
Fairbanks, Alaska
New 19h ago201-500 employees
Job functions:
BLS Certification
Job Description
Job Title
Certified Medical Assistant II - Village Clinical Support Coordinator
Location
Fairbanks, AK, US
Organization Name
Health Services
Job Summary
Job Summary: The Village Clinical Support Coordinator provides care coordination services to patients residing in villages within the TCC region. The incumbent will function as a member of a multidisciplinary care team, ensuring well-coordinated closed-loop care. The scope of the position and all associated duties are inclusive of all beneficiaries of TCC Health Services (IHS, HRSA and VA). The Village Clinical Support Coordinator will use both clinical and administrative skills along with a deep understanding of the TCC system to facilitate care delivery to village-based patients.
Job incumbent will have extensive travel to villages to support providers including but not limited to; health screening, medical procedures, CLIA waived lab procedures, clinical management functions, and supply maintenance. Develop, maintain, and implement evidence-based up-to-date practices to ensure the highest standard of care in the provision of services.
Adhere to the TCC Ch'eghwtsen' model of service and guiding principle which requires providing timely and effective service along with the ability to interact with others in a way that inspires trust and demonstrates respect, compassion and empathy.
Adhere to the TCC Ch'eghwtsen' model of service and guiding principle which requires providing timely and effective service along with the ability to interact with others in a way that inspires trust and demonstrates respect, compassion and empathy.
Essential Functions
Essential Functions: This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
Representative Duties: Under the general supervision of the CHAP Training Center Medical Director (or designee), job incumbent will:
1. Care Coordination
a. Ensure closed-loop care with timely follow-up on provider plan of care.
b. Assist patients with navigating, to include travel, referrals, Purchased-Referred Care, Medicaid, etc.
c. Patient referral management.
d. Utilizing population health data and chart review, identify patients with outstanding preventive and chronic care needs.
e. Assist with patient scheduling, chart preparation, and follow-up of village field trips.
f. Effectively communicate with patients, care team members, and other departments to facilitate timely information exchange. Collaborate with other members of the healthcare team, both within TCC and outside of TCC.
g. Utilize the electronic health record for documentation.
h. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the continuous improvement of healthcare delivery to village-based patients.
i. Must be able to work independently and escalate needs outside of their scope.
2. Direct Clinical Care
a. Accompany licensed clinical providers on assigned village travel. Project approximately two to three village visits (three to five days each) quarterly.
b. Village site visit preparation depending on village assemble items: pharmaceuticals vaccines, POC supplies, instruments for per provider preference.
c. Perform initial patient intake to include obtaining a basic set of vital signs, brief history, performs screening questions in accordance to clinic policy and documents in the EHR. Patient visits may be in-person during village visits or by telehealth.
d. Prepare exam rooms/supplies and assist clinicians during patient visit. Perform procedures as trained and within appropriate scope of practice (for example, tympanography, audiometry, spirometry, medication administration, perform EKG, vision screen, and dressing change, perform x-rays).
e. Stock exam rooms, manage clinic supply inventory. Operate and maintain medical equipment in clinics during visits.
f. Perform basic laboratory functions to include POC testing, specimen collection, processing, handling/shipping, quality control, and resulting [in EHR]
g. Provide and document patient education as directed including rationale for medication administration, explanation of medications and procedures, test results, disease prevention and education on lifestyle changes.
3. Telehealth visits:
a. Coordinate patient visit with village clinic and or assist patient with mitigating a location in home that best supports the visit
b. Ensure technology is working prior to visit for an efficient encounter.
4. For all patients treated in person or telehealth:
a. Intake for registration and referral for enabling services.
b. Reminder calls for scheduled patients
c. Assist Village Nurse Navigator to review charts and identify patient needs prior to travel/visit.
d. Provide and document patient education including rationale for medication administration, medication side effects, explanation of medications and procedures, prescription usage and directions, test results, disease prevention and education on lifestyle changes.
e. Prepare follow up needs report and coordinate with Village Nurse Navigator for patient care referrals.
Other Responsibilities:
1. Facilitate efforts to support TCC initiatives; AAAHC accreditation, population health, Patient Centered Medical Home, HRSA/grant compliance, Baldrige, quality improvement studies.
2. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Cultural Safety and Humility Commitment: In accordance with Tanana Chiefs Conference's commitment to cultural humility and cultural sensitivity, job incumbent will:
1. Uphold and enact principles of cultural sensitivity and relevance across all job activities, honoring the values, traditions, and practices of the communities served.
2. Continually participate in cultural humility and safety training to deepen understanding and support of the unique health concerns and perspectives of village residents.
3. Ensure respectful and efficient communication by using language services and culturally tailored materials in interactions with patients and community members.
4. Integrate respect for local customs into healthcare practices and decision-making to ensure culturally consistent care.
5. Recognize impacts of historic and inter-generational trauma that affect patient ability to access care.
6. Practice trauma-informed care.
Representative Duties: Under the general supervision of the CHAP Training Center Medical Director (or designee), job incumbent will:
1. Care Coordination
a. Ensure closed-loop care with timely follow-up on provider plan of care.
b. Assist patients with navigating, to include travel, referrals, Purchased-Referred Care, Medicaid, etc.
c. Patient referral management.
d. Utilizing population health data and chart review, identify patients with outstanding preventive and chronic care needs.
e. Assist with patient scheduling, chart preparation, and follow-up of village field trips.
f. Effectively communicate with patients, care team members, and other departments to facilitate timely information exchange. Collaborate with other members of the healthcare team, both within TCC and outside of TCC.
g. Utilize the electronic health record for documentation.
h. Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to the continuous improvement of healthcare delivery to village-based patients.
i. Must be able to work independently and escalate needs outside of their scope.
2. Direct Clinical Care
a. Accompany licensed clinical providers on assigned village travel. Project approximately two to three village visits (three to five days each) quarterly.
b. Village site visit preparation depending on village assemble items: pharmaceuticals vaccines, POC supplies, instruments for per provider preference.
c. Perform initial patient intake to include obtaining a basic set of vital signs, brief history, performs screening questions in accordance to clinic policy and documents in the EHR. Patient visits may be in-person during village visits or by telehealth.
d. Prepare exam rooms/supplies and assist clinicians during patient visit. Perform procedures as trained and within appropriate scope of practice (for example, tympanography, audiometry, spirometry, medication administration, perform EKG, vision screen, and dressing change, perform x-rays).
e. Stock exam rooms, manage clinic supply inventory. Operate and maintain medical equipment in clinics during visits.
f. Perform basic laboratory functions to include POC testing, specimen collection, processing, handling/shipping, quality control, and resulting [in EHR]
g. Provide and document patient education as directed including rationale for medication administration, explanation of medications and procedures, test results, disease prevention and education on lifestyle changes.
3. Telehealth visits:
a. Coordinate patient visit with village clinic and or assist patient with mitigating a location in home that best supports the visit
b. Ensure technology is working prior to visit for an efficient encounter.
4. For all patients treated in person or telehealth:
a. Intake for registration and referral for enabling services.
b. Reminder calls for scheduled patients
c. Assist Village Nurse Navigator to review charts and identify patient needs prior to travel/visit.
d. Provide and document patient education including rationale for medication administration, medication side effects, explanation of medications and procedures, prescription usage and directions, test results, disease prevention and education on lifestyle changes.
e. Prepare follow up needs report and coordinate with Village Nurse Navigator for patient care referrals.
Other Responsibilities:
1. Facilitate efforts to support TCC initiatives; AAAHC accreditation, population health, Patient Centered Medical Home, HRSA/grant compliance, Baldrige, quality improvement studies.
2. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Cultural Safety and Humility Commitment: In accordance with Tanana Chiefs Conference's commitment to cultural humility and cultural sensitivity, job incumbent will:
1. Uphold and enact principles of cultural sensitivity and relevance across all job activities, honoring the values, traditions, and practices of the communities served.
2. Continually participate in cultural humility and safety training to deepen understanding and support of the unique health concerns and perspectives of village residents.
3. Ensure respectful and efficient communication by using language services and culturally tailored materials in interactions with patients and community members.
4. Integrate respect for local customs into healthcare practices and decision-making to ensure culturally consistent care.
5. Recognize impacts of historic and inter-generational trauma that affect patient ability to access care.
6. Practice trauma-informed care.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
1. High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
2. Certified as a Medical Assistant
3. BLS certification, or obtain within thirty (30) days of hire
4. Experience in care coordination preferred.
5. Experience working in Rural Alaska or providing medical care to Alaska Natives preferred.
6. Familiarity with medical technology.
7. Must maintain strict confidentiality.
8. Must pass background check pursuant to Federal Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act requirements and State of Alaska background check.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
1. Demonstrated phlebotomy skills.
2. Proficiency with typing, using Office computer (MS Office Suite) and clinical computer applications (electronic health record).
3. Strong verbal, written, organizational, and interpersonal skills for managing workflow and maintaining patient satisfaction.
4. Highly organized with ability to balance multiple competing requests.
5. Strong multi-tasking and problem-solving capabilities.
6. Able to make independent judgements and refer to licensed staff as necessary.
7. Demonstrated time management.
8. Must be dependable, prompt, motivated, and able to work under minimal supervision.
Matrix Supervision: The Village Care Coordinator operates within a matrix supervision structure:
1. Operational Supervision: Reports to the CHAP Training Center Medical Director (or designee) for day-to-day operations, including care coordination activities and village travel.
2. Maintenance of Certification: Support from CAIHC Clinical Support Manager (or designee) for medical assistant-specific competencies and professional development to maintain certification.
Supervision Responsibilities: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
1. High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
2. Certified as a Medical Assistant
3. BLS certification, or obtain within thirty (30) days of hire
4. Experience in care coordination preferred.
5. Experience working in Rural Alaska or providing medical care to Alaska Natives preferred.
6. Familiarity with medical technology.
7. Must maintain strict confidentiality.
8. Must pass background check pursuant to Federal Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act requirements and State of Alaska background check.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
1. Demonstrated phlebotomy skills.
2. Proficiency with typing, using Office computer (MS Office Suite) and clinical computer applications (electronic health record).
3. Strong verbal, written, organizational, and interpersonal skills for managing workflow and maintaining patient satisfaction.
4. Highly organized with ability to balance multiple competing requests.
5. Strong multi-tasking and problem-solving capabilities.
6. Able to make independent judgements and refer to licensed staff as necessary.
7. Demonstrated time management.
8. Must be dependable, prompt, motivated, and able to work under minimal supervision.
Matrix Supervision: The Village Care Coordinator operates within a matrix supervision structure:
1. Operational Supervision: Reports to the CHAP Training Center Medical Director (or designee) for day-to-day operations, including care coordination activities and village travel.
2. Maintenance of Certification: Support from CAIHC Clinical Support Manager (or designee) for medical assistant-specific competencies and professional development to maintain certification.
Supervision Responsibilities: This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
Supervision
Physical demands: Position is mostly sedentary with extended periods sitting at desk/computer. Position requires recurring bending, stooping, kneeling, crawling, climbing and balancing. Job incumbent must be able to lift and carry up to fifty pounds in support of equipment and supplies. Incumbent must be able to work efficiently in a busy and sometimes stressful environment.
Work environment: Work is performed in a clinic responsible for treating patients with a wide variety of medical problems. The employee may be exposed to communicable disease during performance of duties.
Work environment: Work is performed in a clinic responsible for treating patients with a wide variety of medical problems. The employee may be exposed to communicable disease during performance of duties.
Summation
Summation: Most important skills necessary to succeed in this position are excellent communication and problem-solving skills, the ability to troubleshoot, and interact effectively with others.
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A snapshot from current Alaska openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium11
- State of Alaska3
- US Department of Veterans Affairs3
- Goldbelt2
- DenaliTEK2
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
What Alaska Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical support specialist jobs across Alaska.
- Active Alaska clinical support or medical assistant credential recognized by the state
- Experience with electronic health records such as Epic or Cerner
- Knowledge of HIPAA privacy and patient confidentiality requirements
- Strong communication skills for coordinating between clinical staff and patients
- Ability to work in remote or rural Alaska clinic settings as needed
- Current CPR and basic life support certification from an accredited program
Clinical Support Specialist Jobs in Alaska: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical support specialist in Alaska?
Most clinical support specialist positions in Alaska require at minimum a high school diploma plus a recognized medical assistant or clinical support credential, such as a Certified Medical Assistant designation or a state-recognized clinical training program. Alaska does not issue a single state license for this role, but many employers require a credential from a nationally accredited program. Applying to positions through major Alaska health systems and completing an on-site orientation or clinical competency evaluation is the standard path to entry.
Which companies hire clinical support specialists in Alaska?
Alaska clinical support specialist roles are posted by Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium, State of Alaska, and US Department of Veterans Affairs and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Alaska's large integrated health systems and tribal health organizations represent the most consistent source of ongoing clinical support hiring across the state.
Which Alaska cities have the most clinical support specialist jobs?
Anchorage, Alaska, and Juneau have the most clinical support specialist openings in Alaska. Anchorage drives the largest share due to its concentration of regional medical centers and specialty clinics, while Fairbanks and the Valley serve as secondary hubs anchored by hospitals and federally qualified health centers that staff clinical support roles year-round.
Are there remote clinical support specialist jobs in Alaska?
Yes, but they're rare. Most clinical support specialist work involves direct patient interaction, so fully remote positions are limited compared to desk-based or analytical roles. About 21% of clinical support specialist openings tied to Alaska are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, reflecting a small segment of the market. The parts of the role most likely to be performed remotely include care coordination calls, prior authorization follow-up, and telehealth patient scheduling support.
How can I get hired as a clinical support specialist in Alaska with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a medical assistant trainee, patient services representative, or health aide position with one of Alaska's large health systems, such as Providence Alaska Medical Center or the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium, which run structured new-employee orientation and on-the-job clinical training. Community Health Centers of Alaska and regional federally qualified health centers also hire candidates from adjacent roles like medical receptionist or health unit coordinator. Completing a recognized clinical medical assistant program and obtaining a CPR certification before applying gives candidates a measurable edge in Alaska hiring.
Where can I find and apply to clinical support specialist jobs in Alaska?
You can find and apply to clinical support specialist jobs in Alaska on Migrate Mate, which lists current Alaska openings from employers hiring right now. Search the listings for roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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