Medical Assistant - OB GYN

PeaceHealth • Bellingham, WA

15h

About The Position

In collaboration with the healthcare team, assists physicians and other providers in delivering patient care within the Medical Assistant scope of practice. This position is in the OB GYN department and is a part-time, 0.80 FTE, day position.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program; alternatively, completion of an accredited Medical Office Assistant program that allows the caregiver to sit for the MOA certification exam (for example, an associate degree in Allied Health), or completion of a Medical Assistant apprenticeship.
• At least 1 year of experience in a medical office is preferred.
• Washington State Medical Assistant certification is required. Washington State Medical Assistant–Interim Certified credentials are accepted; the caregiver must obtain the non-interim Medical Assistant–Certified credential within 12 months of issuance of the interim credential.
• Basic Life Support certification upon hire.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply age-specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet patient needs.
• Ability to maintain patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary team members.
• Proficiency with computers and office equipment, including familiarity with desktop computing tools, multi-line phone systems, and insurance billing.
• Ability to manage time efficiently and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Understanding of asepsis principles, if applicable.

Nice To Haves

• National Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examination and treatment or anesthesia interview, as applicable.
• Take and record patient histories and vital signs, as applicable.
• Prepare examination and treatment rooms; select, set up, and maintain supplies and equipment for examinations, procedures, and anesthesia interviews, as applicable.
• Give injections, apply splints and dressings, and facilitate simple wound management under provider orders.
• Prepare and maintain treatment supplies and equipment, including sterilization.
• Transport specimens, as needed.
• Assist with scheduling tests and initial and follow-up appointments, as needed.
• Maintain patient files, records, and other information, including entering data into the electronic medical record, as needed.
• Screen patients by phone and direct them to appropriate clinical staff or physicians, as needed.
• Collaborate with personnel and departments to support smooth clinic operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer base and matching contributions
• Paid time off
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance, with additional buy-up coverage options
• Tuition and continuing education reimbursement
• Wellness benefits
• Expanded employee assistance program and mental health program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree