Medical Assistant or LPN Clinic - Pulmonary (TEMP)

PeaceHealth; Vancouver; On-site; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in the Metro Vancouver Regional District is seeking a Medical Assistant or LPN Clinic for a temporary role. The position involves assisting in patient care, preparing exam rooms, and collaborating with the healthcare team. Ideal candidates must have relevant qualifications, including certification or licensure, and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that enhances caregiver wellbeing.

Benefits

Full medical/dental/vision coverage

403b retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness benefits

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for examination and records patient history.
• Prepares exam and treatment rooms and maintains medical supplies.
• Collaborates with personnel for smooth clinic operations.
• Administers injections and applies dressings under provider orders.
• Maintains patient files and enters data into electronic records.
• Facilitates phone screening and transports specimens.

Skills

Demonstrated knowledge of age specific principles

Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality

Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary team

Proficiency in computer and office equipment

Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Understand principles of asepsis

Education

Graduate of accredited Medical Assistant program

Current Washington State MA certification or LPN licensure

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Medical Assistant or LPN Clinic - Pulmonary for a Temporary, 0.80 FTE, Day position.

The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $24.99 - $33.73 for MA and $26.70 - $40.06 for LPN Clinic.

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.

In collaboration with the healthcare team, assists physicians/providers in the delivery of patient care working within the scope of practice.

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.
• Collaborates with a variety of personnel and departments to ensure smooth clinic operations.
• 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 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.
• May transport specimens.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What you bring

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant/Medical Office Assistant program, MA Apprenticeship program, or accredited State Board of Nursing LPN program.
• Required: Current Washington State MA certification or LPN licensure.
• Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association or American Red Cross at date of hire.

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 Affiantive Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.

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