Medical Assistant-Family Practice

Peace Health•Vancouver, WA

30d•$25 - $34

About The Position

In collaboration with the healthcare team, assists physicians/providers in the delivery of patient care working within the scope of practice for a Medical Assistant.

Requirements

Accredited Program Required: Medical Assistant or
Accredited Program Required: Medical Office Assistant that allows caregiver to sit for the MOA certification exam will be considered (e.g. associate degree in Allied Health) or
Apprenticeship Required: Medical Assistant
Required: National Medical Assistant Certification When referring to the National Certification requirement, the following are acceptable in meeting that requirement. Certified Medical Assistant through the American Association of Medical Assistants AAMA; Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) through the American Medical Technologists (AMT); Clinical Medical Assistant certification through the National Health Career Associates (NHA); National Certified Medical Assistant through the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT); Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC) administered by the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA); Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) through American Allied Health (AAH); Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant administered by the National Association for Health Professionals (NAHPUSA) and
Required: Upon Hire Basic Life Support
Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient's needs. (Required)
Ability to maintain patient privacy and confidentiality. (Required)
Ability to collaborate with other multi-disciplinary team members. (Required)
Proficiency in the use of computer and office equipment. Familiarity with desktop computing tools, multi-line phone systems and insurance billing preferred. (Required)
Ability to efficiently manage time and prioritize multiple tasks. (Required)
Strong interpersonal and communication skills. (Required)
Understand the principles of asepsis if applicable. (Required)
State of Washington Medical Assistant - certified licensure required.
State of Washington Medical Assistant - Interim Certified credential accepted. Caregiver must obtain Medical Assistant- Certified (Non-Interim) credential within 12 months of date of issuance of interim credential by the State of Washington.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of 1 year Preferred: Experience in a medical office.
National Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepares patients for examination and treatment or anesthesia interview as applicable. Takes and records patient history and vital signs as applicable.
Prepares exam and/or treatment rooms; selects, setup and maintains medical supplies and equipment for all examinations, procedures and/or anesthesia interview as applicable.
Gives injections, applies splints and dressings, and facilitates simple wound management under provider orders.
Prepares and maintains supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization.
May transport specimens.
May assist in scheduling patients for tests, initial and follow up appointments.
May maintain patient files, records, and other information including entry of data into electronic medical record.
May provide phone screening of the patient to appropriate clinical staff and/or physician.
Collaborates with a variety of personnel and departments to ensure smooth clinic operations.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

full medical/dental/vision coverage
403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions
paid time off
employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options
tuition and continuing education reimbursement
wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program

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