Medical Assistant - Oncology

PeaceHealth; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Vancouver is seeking a Medical Assistant - Oncology for a full-time position. Responsibilities include patient preparation, equipment maintenance, and assisting clinical staff. Candidates should have an accredited Medical Assistant credential or relevant training to meet patient care standards. The role includes engaging with diverse populations and working in a dynamic health environment, with a competitive salary range of $24.99 – $33.73 per hour depending on experience.

Benefits

Full medical/dental/vision coverage

403b retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Certification in Medical Assistant required.
• Ability to perform CPR and basic life support upon hire.
• Good communication skills and collaboration with clinical staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examination and treatment.
• Maintain medical supplies and equipment.
• Assist in scheduling and handling patient files.

Skills

Patient preparation

Vital signs recording

Medical equipment maintenance

Wound management

Communication

Education

Accredited Medical Assistant Program

Medical Office Assistant certification

Job description

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 requirements

• 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 [e-mail] 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.

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 (link omitted).

For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Aff… in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.

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