Medical Assistant – ASC PACU
About The Position
Vancouver Clinic is hiring a Medical Assistant to support patient care in the post-anesthesia care unit at its Ambulatory Surgery Center, Salmon Creek 2 location in Vancouver, Washington. The role supports nursing staff with patient monitoring and post-operative care, prepares and maintains exam rooms and equipment, assists with discharge, and helps maintain safety and infection-control standards. The position suits someone who works well on a team, brings a positive attitude, and thrives in a fast-paced patient-care environment. EMTs and CNAs are welcome to apply. The schedule is four 10-hour shifts per week with rotating start and end times. Weekly rotations include 6:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m., 7:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m., and 8:00 a.m.–6:30 p.m. Hiring range depends on experience and credentials. The Clinic describes a competitive Total Rewards Program, with benefit eligibility dependent on factors including position type and FTE. The ability to work, with or without reasonable accommodation, with a diverse population of patients and colleagues seeking or considering care across areas including vaccinations, reproductive health, end-of-life decision-making, and gender-affirming treatment is an essential function of all Clinic positions. Applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer; the Clinic cannot sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa. Offers are contingent on successful completion of background screening and immunization requirements. The Clinic is an alcohol- and drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Completion of one of the following: experience and training resulting in a nationally recognized medical assistant certification; a formal medical assistant program; a formal medical services training program of the United States Armed Forces; EMT training and certification; or experience and licensure as a Certified Nursing Assistant.
- Obtain a Washington State Medical Assistant credential within the required timeframe and maintain active status throughout employment.
- Current healthcare provider BLS certification.
- Experience with an electronic health record.
- Authorization to work for any employer in the United States.
- Successful completion of background screening and immunization requirements, contingent on offer.
Nice To Haves
- Epic experience is strongly preferred.
- EMT and CNA applicants are welcome.
Responsibilities
- Support the overall delivery of patient care in the post-anesthesia care unit.
- Assist nursing staff with patient monitoring and post-operative care.
- Prepare and maintain exam rooms and equipment.
- Support the patient discharge process.
- Help maintain safety and infection-control standards.
- Work with a diverse population of patients and colleagues, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- AD&D coverage
- Long-term disability coverage
- Health savings account
- Flexible spending account
- Employee assistance program
- Supplemental benefits, including voluntary life, critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, and legal services
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Employer 401(k) matching contribution up to 4%
- Time-off programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
