Clinical Certified Medical Assistant/LPN, Family Medicine

Salem Clinic P C • Salem, OR

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Salem Clinic is hiring a clinical assistant for its Family Medicine team at the Salem Clinic Main location in Salem, Oregon. The role assists the primary assistant and provider in delivering health care and patient care. Clinical assistants welcome patients, record vital signs, assist with procedures, and conduct outreach for health maintenance needs. The work environment is described as professional, supportive, and fun.

The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 7:15 a.m. to 5:15 p.m., and Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The listed pay range is $22.37–$29.54 for a Clinical Certified Medical Assistant and $27.74–$36.66 for a Clinical Assistant LPN.

Salem Clinic’s mission is to improve the health of those it serves in a spirit of compassion and respect.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and hold a current, unencumbered Oregon State Licensed Practical Nurse license, or graduate of a Medical Assistant program with a nationally recognized certification such as AAMA, NCCT, or AMT.
• Current CPR certification.
• Knowledge of medical practice and care, examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures, medical terminology, medical equipment and instruments, and common safety hazards and precautions.
• Skill in assisting with treatments and medications as directed, taking vital signs, documenting in medical records, and recording test results.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.
• Ability to maintain quality control standards and react calmly and effectively in emergencies.
• Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures; communicate clearly; and read, understand, and respond to detailed oral and written instructions.
• Ability to ask clarifying questions as necessary and adapt to changing assignments and work pace.
• Ability to recognize problems and share ideas for solutions, and demonstrate good judgment and decision-making.
• Ability to use computer programs expected for patient care and type at least 30 words per minute.
• Must be a team player with a positive attitude and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Attend practice huddles as needed.
• Participate as a member of the care team and perform assigned roles for the day, such as rooming and tasking.
• Fill in as the primary assistant when needed and understand the preferences of providers on the care team.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with the primary assistant, provider, and care team assistant.
• Call patients as requested by the provider to relay test results or explain the need for further testing.
• Assist the primary assistant and provider with patient forms, including FMLA and sports physical forms.
• Conduct clinic services such as pulse oximetry, vision testing, and diabetic retinopathy screening.
• Prepare patients for examinations and treatment, and record pertinent patient information.
• Understand workflows related to quality metrics and educate patients about required testing, such as Fit Kit testing.
• Prepare examination and treatment rooms with necessary supplies, equipment, and instruments.
• Perform selected patient care and clerical duties.
• Administer medications, including injections, as directed by the medical provider.
• Assist the medical provider with examinations, minor procedures, and treatments.
• Assist with scheduling tests and treatment referrals.
• Provide patients with an After Visit Summary and explain follow-up appointments or testing needed.
• Respond to telephone calls and messages, respond accordingly, or gather information and transfer it to the medical provider.
• Assist the primary assistant in responding to in-basket messages in a timely manner.
• Follow safe principles for lifting, patient transfers, and ergonomics.
• Act as a medical chaperone when requested by a provider.
• Perform other duties as assigned, assist with departmental duties and non-patient-care assignments, attend required meetings, and participate in committees as requested.
• May serve as a preceptor for orienting new staff or students.
• May order and maintain clinical and office supplies and equipment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed