MA or LPN - Walk-In Clinic

PeaceHealth; Sedro-Woolley (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 72,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision coverage

403b retirement plan match

Paid time off

Job summary

PeaceHealth is seeking a part-time Medical Assistant or LPN for a Walk-In Clinic in Washington. The role is 0.80 FTE with a competitive pay range shown for MA and LPN positions. You will collaborate with the healthcare team to support patient care within scope of practice.

Qualifications include graduation from an accredited MA or LPN program, WA MA-C or LPN licensure, and BLS certification. Prior MA or clinic experience is preferred; excellent communication and time management are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant/Medical Office Assistant program, MA Apprenticeship program, or accredited State Board of Nursing LPN program.
• Minimum 1 year clinical/MA or MA office experience preferred.
• Must have Washington MA-C or LPN licensure on hire and BLS while employed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examinations and record vital signs.
• Prepare exam/treatment rooms and maintain supplies/equipment.
• Give injections and wound care under provider orders.
• Assist scheduling and data entry in EMR systems.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary team for clinic operations.

Skills

Patient care

BLS

Confidentiality

Team collaboration

Computer skills

Time management

Education

MA/Office Assistant or LPN program

Tools

EMR data entry

Billing systems

Job description

Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Medical Assistant or LPN - Walk In Clinic for a Part Time, 0.80 FTE, Variable position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $25.62 – $34.58 for MA and $28.73 - $43.09 for LPN. 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.

Job Summary

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.

Essential Functions

• 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; selects, setup and maintains 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 the 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.

Qualifications

Education

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

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year Preferred: clinical experience as an LPN or medical office experience as an MA.
• Required: Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs

Credentials

• Required: Upon Hire Washington State MA certification (MA-C) or LPN licensure.
• Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association or American Red Cross at date of hire.
• If an MA, National Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) preferred.

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)

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.

• 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

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