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