LPN/Medical Assistant - Palouse Medical

Pullman Regional Hospital

9d•$21 - $32

About The Position

The medical assistant provides professional clinical support according to established standards and practices. The role helps providers and staff coordinate efficient, safe patient care by gathering information, rooming patients, and assisting with or performing designated procedures. Duties and requirements vary by position and clinic. Travel between clinic locations may be required. The position coordinates patient care, including direct care, information gathering, and transitions of care. It practices within Pullman Regional’s care model, plans and prioritizes patient care and clinic work, communicates and collaborates with colleagues, patients, and community members, and documents care in the EMR. The medical assistant uses professional judgment within the legal scope of practice, contributes to a positive work environment, and may train or guide others, including new staff and medical assistants in training. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with a rare occasional Saturday shift. The listed base pay range is $21.30–$31.89 per hour; actual base pay may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The role may require travel between clinic locations.

Requirements

Maintain licensure in good standing and acceptable in the State of Washington.
Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Ability to perform the required technical skills for a medical assistant.
Ability to perform the required technical skills for the specific clinic.
Ability to learn and adapt to technology.
Initiate and participate in activities that enhance clinic and organizational operations.
Ability to manage time, tasks, and resources appropriately.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with colleagues, patients, and customers.
Strong typing skills.
Ability to read and write clearly and understand policies, labels, and written instructions.

Nice To Haves

Experience in an ambulatory clinic setting.

Responsibilities

Coordinate patient care, including direct patient care, information gathering, and transitions of care.
Plan, implement, evaluate, and communicate phases of patient care in accordance with the organization’s care model.
Establish and maintain communication and collaboration with colleagues, patients, and community members.
Plan and prioritize patient care plans and daily clinic work.
Interview patients and caregivers to support the patient care plan.
Document patient care conversations, care provided, and other work in the EMR according to organizational standards.
Coordinate care for a defined patient panel according to organizational standards.
Make decisions using professional judgment within the legal scope of practice.
Contribute to a positive work environment and serve others with a professional, positive attitude.
Train, demonstrate, or guide others in assigned work, including new staff and medical assistants in training.
Gather patient information, room patients, and assist with or perform designated procedures.