• Medical Assistant - Priority Care Clinic

    PeaceHealth (Bellingham, WA)


    Description

    PeaceHealth is seeking a **Medical Assistant - Priority Care Clinic for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Variable position.**

     

    The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $24.99 – $33.73. 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! *

     

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    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.

    Details of the Position

    + 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.

    What You Bring

    + 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.

    + Preferred: Minimum of 1-year experience in a medical office.

    + Required Upon Hire: Basic Life Support.

    + 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.

    + National Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) preferred.

    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)

     

    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.

     

    See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility (https://www.thecaregiver.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/PeaceHealth-Statement-of-Commitment-to-Diversity-and-Inclusion-vFINAL.pdf) .

     

    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.

    REQNUMBER: 114193