Family Practice Medical Assistant: Patient Care Pro

PeaceHealth; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

PeaceHealth is seeking a Medical Assistant for Family Practice. This full-time, 1.0 FTE day position supports physicians in delivering patient care within MA scope. Salary ranges from $25.62 to $34.58 per hour, with hiring based on education, experience, and seniority.

The role involves preparing patients, assisting with examinations, injections, wound care, scheduling, EMR data entry, and collaboration across departments to ensure smooth clinic operations.

Qualifications

• Accredited program required: Medical Assistant or Medical Office Assistant (MOA) eligible for MOA exam
• 1 year experience in medical office preferred
• WA State Medical Assistant certification required (or interim with time limit)
• Basic Life Support required on hire

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examinations and treatments; record history and vitals
• Set up rooms and supplies for examinations and procedures
• Administer injections and basic wound care under provider orders
• Sterilize and maintain equipment and rooms
• Assist with scheduling tests and follow-ups
• Maintain patient records and data entry in EMR
• Screen patients by phone when applicable
• Collaborate with clinic staff to ensure smooth operations
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Patient privacy

Team collaboration

Computer proficiency

Time management

Interpersonal communication

Asepsis

Education

Medical Assistant certificate/education

MOA/Allied Health education

Apprenticeship option

Job description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Medical Assistant for Family Practice. This full-time, 1.0 FTE day position supports physicians in delivering patient care within MA scope. Salary ranges from $25.62 to $34.58 per hour, with hiring based on education, experience, and seniority.

The role involves preparing patients, assisting with examinations, injections, wound care, scheduling, EMR data entry, and collaboration across departments to ensure smooth clinic operations.