**Description**
PeaceHealth is seeking a **Medical Assistant - OB GYN** for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position.
The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $25.62 - $34.58.
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.
**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.
**Details of the position**
+ 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; selects, setup and maintains 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 the 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.
**What you bring**
+ **Accredited Program Required:** Medical Assistant or Medical Office Assistant that allows caregiver to sit for the MOA certification exam will be considered (e.g. associate degree in Allied Health) or Medical Assistant Apprenticeship
+ Minimum of 1 year Preferred: experience in a medical office
+ 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.
+ **Required: Upon Hire Basic Life Support**
**Skills**
+ **Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient's needs. (Required)**
+ **Ability to maintain patient privacy and confidentiality. (Required)**
+ **Ability to collaborate with other multi-disciplinary team members. (Required)**
+ **Proficiency in the use of computer and office equipment. Familiarity with desktop computing tools, multi-line phone systems and insurance billing preferred. (Required)**
+ **Ability to efficiently manage time and prioritize multiple tasks. (Required)**
+ **Strong interpersonal and communication skills. (Required)**
+ **Understand the principles of asepsis if applicable. (Required)**
PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.
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.
For a full description or questions, please email Alexis Dress at ADress@peacehealth.org .
REQNUMBER: 124899