Medical Assistant Baker City General Surgery Clinic Part-Time Days
About The Position
At Saint Alphonsus Health System, we are looking for people who are living out their calling. We want you to be passionate about coming to work, and challenged to achieve your potential. Living by these virtues, we pride ourselves on exceptional service and the highest quality of care. The Baker City Family Medicine Clinic is now hiring for a motivated and team-oriented part-time Medical Assistant! Position Summary & Highlights The Medical Assistant will work in our outpatient General Surgery clinic promoting a positive experience in patient care with compassion and kindness. You do not need to have healthcare or related experience as you will receive training on all aspects of the position and will have 15 months to obtain the national MA certification. You will receive training and orientation that will allow you to support efficient clinic flow and communicate accurately and positively with team members. The Baker City outpatient clinics sees patients from preventive screenings to chronic disease diagnosis and management.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent required.
- MA credentialing from one of the following organizations is required to be completed within 15 months of hire or transfer date: American Association of Medical Assistants (CMA) American Medical Technologists (RMA) National Healthcare Association (CCMA) National Center for Competency Testing (NCMA) National Association of Health Professionals (NRCMA) American Medical Certification Association (CMAC) National Phlebotomy Certification Examination (NPCE MA)
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers certification from either AHA, ARC or the Military Training Network is required at hire.
Nice To Haves
- An ideal candidate will have a strong desire to work in and learn about a patient care role, have strong self-initiative and communication skills, enjoy being part of a supportive team, and willing to assist in all areas of the clinic.
Responsibilities
- Escort patients back to exam room, perform vital signs checks (temperature, blood pressure, height/weight) and maintain a clean, safe, well-stocked clinical area, including patient examination rooms and equipment.
- Perform phlebotomy, immunizations, and also assist with procedures and injections.
- Perform clerical functions including appointment scheduling, prior authorizations for insurance, process insurance forms, new patient referrals received from other clinics, and tracking for laboratory/diagnostic tests and new patient referrals.
- Complete tests, screenings, and identified procedures on patients after competency validation for the MA or CNA.
Benefits
- We offer market-competitive pay, generous PTO, and multiple options for comprehensive benefits that begin on day one.
- Benefits for your future include retirement planning and matching, college savings plans for your family, and multiple life insurance plans that can change as your needs develop.
- We are proud to offer Employee Assistance Programs, tuition reimbursement, and educational opportunities to help you learn and grow.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
