PeaceHealth is seeking a Medical Assistant - Family Practice for a Full Time 1.00 FTE Variable position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $26.76 - $36.03. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc. This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.
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 Education Accredited Program Required Medical Assistant or Accredited Program Required Medical Office Assistant that allows caregiver to sit for the MOA certification exam will be considered, e.g., associate degree in Allied Health or Apprenticeship Required Medical Assistant Experience Minimum of 1 year Preferred Experience in a medical office Credentials Required National Medical Assistant Certification When referring to the National Certification requirement below, the following are acceptable in meeting that requirement:
Department Location Specific Notes For clinic locations where caregiver will be performing both Medical Assistant and Diagnostic Technician functions Must meet qualifications and perform essential functions of Diagnostic Technician job profile in addition to those for the Medical Assistant.
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. National Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) preferred PHMG - Primary Care Medical Home Use decision support functions of EHR in tandem with standing order/protocols to manage patient populations. Assist provider in documenting details of patient encounter, order, tests, and referrals. PHMG - V Trauma SW Manages providers schedules for call shifts, clinic times, and meetings. Arrange cases and clinic appointments to assure maximum effectiveness of surgeon and PA. Schedules post-op and follow-ups for surgical and trauma patients. Completes surgery scheduling process by coordinating patient surgery department and provider coordination of care between specialties. Billing for trauma and acute care surgery. Assist in seamless care of patient from discharge through recovery.
PRIMARY CARE PLUS CLINIC - VANCOUVER WA Meet qualifications and perform essential functions of Diagnostic Technician job profile in addition to those for the Medical Assistant preferred. PHMG Vancouver Endoscopy Scope Processing Will be trained and signed-off for competency prior to being assigned.
Working Conditions Lifting Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices NIOSH. Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures. Push/Pull Frequently up to 45 lbs. force i.e. WOW medical carts. Perform hands-on CPR at least 20 mins using 100-125 lbs. of force National Assoc. of EMS Physicians and AHA. Frequency should be seldom or occasionally. Ability to move around area with frequent sitting. Bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, kneeling frequently. Lifting non-patient up to 20 lbs. occasionally and 5 lbs. frequently. Environmental Conditions Exposure to biohazard body fluids and airborne particles. Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy environment. Mental/Visual Vision and hearing required within normal limits. Glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted. Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.
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