Medical Assistant II Clinics

$25.83 - $36.93 / hour

Overview

You serve as a crucial link between patient and physician, ensuring that the proper tests are administered and the results are accurately reported. Your care, competency and attention to detail reinforce the Legacy mission of making life better for others.

The Medical Assistant II – Clinics is responsible for assisting with patient care, maintaining department/clinic efficiency and other duties, as assigned. Participates as a member of the health care team in cooperation with and under the direction of a physician. Participates in daily operations under the supervisor or manager.

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Responsibilities

GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Prepares patients and rooms for exams and procedures.

Performs basic laboratory testing and phlebotomy.

Administers medications as directed by provider (as per site operations).

Assists provider with exams and procedures.

Documents medical information in the patient records.

Routes test results to physician(s) for review, and files results in medical records (as per site operations).

Communicates test results with patients when deemed appropriate by provider.

Facilitates patient care activities, to include scheduling ancillary tests, patient education, and performs triage as appropriate and directed by provider (as per site operations).

Maintains adequate inventory of medical, x-ray, and pharmaceutical supplies.

Performs x-ray services.

Demonstrates and maintains appropriate behavior in accordance with established standard.

Exercises appropriate telephone use to meet the needs of external and internal customers.

Performs basic computer skills in using electronic health record proficiently while conducting daily documentation and communications involved in patient care.

Processes verbal and written orders appropriately and accurately.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education: Completion of a medical assistant program or successful completion of a formal medical services training program of the United States Armed Forces.

Graduate of an x-ray training program.

Experience: Experience as a back office medical assistant. One-year experience, including limited x-ray procedure, preferred.

Skills:

EKG skills and x-ray skills.

Phlebotomy, basic lab skills.

Medication administration to include oral, topical and injections.

Ability to work well with minimal supervision and make sound assessments and judgments within scope of practice.

Clinical procedures within scope of practice for medical assistant.

Administrative procedures within scope for practice for medical assistant.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Service-oriented with ability to adapt to changing workload and pace.

Ability to maintain good film quality.

Ability to maintain favorable patient and guest relations.

Accuracy.

Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions.

Licensure

Washington and Oregon:

Current American Heart Association approved CPR certification required.

MA certification required upon hire, or within one year of hire, from either the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), the American Medical Technologists (AMT), the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) or the National Healthcare Association (NHA). AAMA preferred. Certification may be required upon hire, depending on the needs of the department.

Oregon Only:

Limited X-Ray Machine Operator (LXMO) license required. May include upper/lower extremities, chest/ribs, and spine as per site operations.

Washington Only:

Washington State certification as a Medical Assistant-Certified or Interim Medical Assistant-Certified required, including completion of required Washington State AIDS training (including those who float into the role).

Washington State registration as X-Ray Technician – Limited Scope required.

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Pay Range

USD $25.83 - USD $36.93 /Hr.

Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity

Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing.

If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed.

Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

To learn more about our employee benefits click here: www.legacyhealth.org/For-Health-Professionals/careers/benefiting-you

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