PeaceHealth Hiring for Medical Assistant – Family Practice at Vancouver, Washington Full Time

Description

PeaceHealth Medical Group Clinics are Hiring Medical Assistants – $500 Sign-on Bonus

PeaceHealth is seeking a Medical Assistant – Family Practice for a Full Time, Day position. Hourly compensation starts at $19.36, more depending on experience.

JOB SUMMARY

In collaboration with the healthcare team, assists physicians/providers in the delivery of patient care working within the scope of practice for a Medical Assistant.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Prepares patients for examination and treatment or anesthesia interview as applicable. Takes and records patient history and vital signs as applicable.

• Prepares exam and/or treatment rooms; select, setup and maintain medical supplies and equipment for all examinations, procedures and/or anesthesia interview as applicable.

• Gives injections, applies splints and dressings, and facilitates simple wound management under provider orders.

• Prepares and maintains supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization.

• May transport specimens.

• May assist in scheduling patients for tests, initial and follow up appointments.

• May maintain patient files, records, and other information including entry of data into electronic medical record.

• May provide phone screening of patient to appropriate clinical staff and/or physician.

• Collaborates with a variety of personnel and departments to ensure smooth clinic operations.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS (required unless otherwise noted)

EDUCATION:

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant or Medical Office Assistant program is required.

• An approved educational program/course of study that allows caregiver to sit for the MOA certification exam will be considered (e.g. Associates degree in Allied Health).

EXPERIENCE/TRAINING:

• Minimum of one year of experience in a medical office preferred.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:

• See below for licensure/certification requirements for each community. When referring to the National Certification requirement below, the following are acceptable in meeting that requirement:

• Certified Medical Assistant through the American Association of Medical Assistants AAMA

• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) through the American Medical Technologists (AMT)

• Clinical Medical Assistant certification through the National Health Career Associates (NHA)

• National Certified Medical Assistant through the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)

• Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC) administered by the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA).

• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required at date of hire.

OTHER SKILLS:

• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs.

• Ability to maintain patient privacy and confidentiality.

• Ability to collaborate with other multi-disciplinary team members.

• Proficiency in the use of computer and office equipment. Familiarity with desktop computing tools, multi-line phone systems and insurance billing preferred.

• Ability to efficiently manage time and prioritize multiple tasks.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Understand the principles of asepsis if applicable.

COMMUNITY/LOCATION SPECIFIC NOTES

WASHINGTON:

• State of Washington Medical Assistant –certified licensure required.

• State of Washington Medical Assistant – Interim Certified credential accepted. Caregiver must obtain Medical Assistant- Certified (Non-Interim) credential within 12 months of date of issuance of interim credential by the State of Washington

PHMG – Vancouver:

• Only Washington state licensure required.

Working Conditions

• Work requires frequent exposure to minor cold, heat, poor ventilation or sharp instruments.

• Reasonably anticipated exposure to blood and body fluids daily. (Certain locations may)

• Requires the use of a Powered Air Purifying System (PAPR). (Certain locations may)

• Requires the use of an N-95 mask

• Ability to lift objects weighing 80 lbs. or less.

• Job duties frequently require intense concentration and attention to detail (34-65% of work time).

• Work requires moderate physical exertion from 34 to 65% of the time.

See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility (https://www.thecaregiver.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/PeaceHealth-Statement-of-Commitment-to-Diversity-and-Inclusion-vFINAL.pdf) .

For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.

REQNUMBER: PH-INFOR-12547