Medical Assistant – ASC PACU
About The Position
Vancouver Clinic is hiring a Medical Assistant for its Ambulatory Surgery Center at the Salmon Creek 2 location in Vancouver, Washington. The role supports patient care in the post-anesthesia care unit by assisting nursing staff with patient monitoring and post-operative care, preparing and maintaining exam rooms and equipment, supporting discharge, and helping 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. The listed pay range is $20.19–$28.27. Hiring ranges are generally $20.59–$24.68, or $22.25–$27.48 for candidates with an active Washington State Department of Health Medical Assistant-Certified credential; placement depends on an evaluation of experience. The Clinic provides care across a wide range of medical decisions, including vaccinations, reproductive health, end-of-life decision-making, and gender-affirming treatment. Working with a diverse population of patients and colleagues seeking or considering care in these areas, with or without reasonable accommodation, is an essential function of all Clinic positions. Offers are contingent on successful completion of background screening and immunization requirements. Applicants must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer; visa sponsorship is not available.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Completion of one of the following: a combination of experience and training resulting in a nationally recognized MA certification; a formal MA 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.
- Ability to work with a diverse population of patients and colleagues, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Authorization to work for any employer in the United States.
- Successful completion of required background screening and immunization requirements.
Nice To Haves
- Epic experience is strongly preferred.
- Active Washington State Department of Health Medical Assistant-Certified credential.
- EMT or CNA background; EMTs and CNAs are welcome to apply.
Responsibilities
- Assist nursing staff with patient monitoring and post-operative care in the post-anesthesia care unit.
- 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 across a wide range of care decisions.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
- Long-term disability insurance
- 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%
- Competitive total rewards program
- 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
