Medical Assistant - Family Practice

$28.51 - $38.49 / hour

Description

Job Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Medical Assistant - Family Practice for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $28.51 – $38.49. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.

Hiring Bonus may be available!

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.

Essential Functions

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.

Qualifications

Education

Accredited Program Required: Medical Assistant, Medical Office Assistant, Medical Assistant Apprenticeship program.

Experience

Minimum of 1 year Preferred: experience in a medical office

Credentials

National Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) preferred. 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)

Required: Upon Hire Basic Life Support and
Required: Fingerprinting - State of Alaska (Alaska Requirement)

Skills

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)

Working Conditions

Lifting

Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH).
Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures.
Push/Pull: Frequently up to 45 lbs. force (i.e., WOW, medical carts).
Perform hands on CPR at least 20 mins using 100-125 lbs. of force (National Assoc. of EMS Physicians and AHA) Frequency should be seldom or occasionally.
Ability to move around area with frequent sitting
Bending/ stooping/ squatting/ reaching/ kneeling frequently.
Lifting (non-patient) up to 20 lbs. occasionally and 5 lbs. frequently.

Environmental Conditions

Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy environment.

Mental/Visual

Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are 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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For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.

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