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Hiring bonus and relocation assistance may be available.

PeaceHealth is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant or LPN Specialty Clinic for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. Hourly compensation is $26.49 – $35.75 for MA and for $28.32 - $42.46 for LPN Clinic; hiring rate dependent on qualifications and professional experience. Visiting Specialty Clinics support a variety of specialties including ENT, Urology, and Gastro. This provides a unique opportunity to learn and have exposure to multiple specialties!

PeaceHealth has been serving the communities of Southeast Alaska since 1923 with Ketchikan Medical Center, a 25-bed critical-access hospital offering comprehensive trauma care, outpatient and home health services, and a 29-bed long-term care facility. Primary and specialty medical care is provided by PeaceHealth Medical Group—Ketchikan and Prince of Wales Island. Our Trauma IV emergency department operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, staffed by physicians who are independent contractors employed by National Emergency Services (NES).

Discover PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center and the friendly, family-orientated community in scenic Southeast Alaska: https://peacehealth.culturehq.com/story/5792

PeaceHealth has been serving the communities of Southeast Alaska since 1923 with Ketchikan Medical Center, a 25-bed critical-access hospital offering comprehensive trauma care, outpatient and home health services, and a 29-bed long-term care facility. Primary and specialty medical care is provided by PeaceHealth Ambulatory—Ketchikan and Prince of Wales Island. Our Trauma IV emergency department operates 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

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; select, setup and maintain 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 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:

+ Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant/Medical Office Assistant program, or accredited State Board of Nursing LPN program.

+ Current Registered or National Medical Assistant certification or Alaska LPN license.

+ American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) at date of hire.

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) .

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.

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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