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Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Medical Assistant - Oncology for a Full Time, 0.90 FTE, Day 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.

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.

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.

WASHINGTON:

+ 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

+ Required: Upon Hire Basic Life Support.

For additional information or questions, please email: **David Levi-Kimbrough at [email protected] or call 971-313-1857.**

Department / Location Specific Notes

For clinic locations where caregiver will be performing both Medical Assistant and Diagnostic Technician functions:

+ Must meet qualifications and perform essential functions of Diagnostic Technician job profile in addition to those for the Medical Assistant.

WASHINGTON:

+ 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.

PHMG – Primary Care Medical Home:

+ Uses decision support functions of EHR in tandem with standing order/protocols to manage patient populations.

+ Assists provider in documenting details of patient encounter, order tests and referrals.

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.

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.

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