Medical Assistant

PeaceHealth Corporation; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $5,000

Job summary

PeaceHealth is seeking Medical Assistants to join our teams across the Bellingham region, offering full-time and part-time roles in Family Practice and Specialty Care clinics. Competitive hourly pay ranges from $25.62 to $34.58 with incentives up to $5,000 based on department and location.

The position involves assisting physicians, preparing exam rooms, taking vital signs, injections, and data entry into EMR. Qualifications include WA MA certification and BLS; CMA preferred.

Qualifications

• WA State Medical Assistant certification is required; interim credential accepted with plan to obtain CMA.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required by hire.
• National CMA certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for exams and procedures including vital signs and history.
• Set up and sterilize rooms and supplies for examinations and procedures.
• Administer injections and assist with minor procedures under provider orders.
• Maintain supplies, equipment and EMR data entry for patient visits.
• Assist with scheduling tests and follow-up appointments.
• Collaborate with clinic staff to ensure smooth operations.

Skills

Medical terminology

Patient care

Data entry

Communication skills

Education

WA State MA Certification

MOA alternative pathway

MOA training credentials

Job description

Job Description

PeaceHealth is seeking passionate and skilled Medical Assistants to join our growing teams throughout the Bellingham region. We offer full-time and part-time opportunities across both Family Practice and Specialty Care clinics, with competitive pay ranging from $25.62 to $34.58 per hour.

Our Specialty Care clinics include:

• Cardiology
• Gastroenterology
• Internal Medicine
• Neurology
• OB/GYN
• Oncology
• Pediatrics

These diverse practice settings provide opportunities to expand your clinical knowledge, develop specialized skills, and grow your career within a leading healthcare organization.

The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $25.62–$34.58 per hour. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, applicable collective bargaining agreements, seniority, and other business considerations.

Hiring incentives of up to $5,000 may be available based on department and location.

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

• 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

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year Preferred: experience in a medical office

Credentials

• Required: WA State MA Certification. 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 and
• Required: Upon Hire Basic Life Support
• 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. 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.

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