Medical Assistant - Anesthesia Pre-op

PeaceHealth; Springfield (OR); Presencial; USD 3 498 000 - 4 710 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Full medical/dental/vision coverage

403b retirement plan

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Education reimbursement

Resumo da oferta

PeaceHealth is seeking a Medical Assistant - Anesthesia Pre-op for a Full Time, day shift. The role supports physicians and providers in pre-operative workflows and patient assessment. The position requires MOA certification or accredited MA program and BLS at hire.

“This position is within SHMC Anesthesia Clinic” and involves preparing patients, rooms, and medical supplies, with duties including basic wound care, injections, and data entry in EMR systems.

Qualificações

• Requires accredited Medical Assistant program or MOA track and ability to sit for MOA certification exam.
• Minimum 1 year preferred: medical office experience.
• National Medical Assistant Certification (AAMA/AMT/NCCT/AMCA/NAHP) may meet requirement.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required upon hire.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare patients for exams and anesthesia interviews; record history and vitals.
• Set up exam rooms and sterilize equipment; prepare supplies for procedures.
• Administer injections, dressings, and wound care under supervision.
• Maintain supplies, patient files, and data entry in EMR system.
• Coordinate with team to schedule tests and follow-ups; support clinic operations.

Conhecimentos

BLS

Patient care

Team collaboration

Time management

Computer literacy

Formação académica

Medical Assistant Certification (CMA/CCMA/NCMA/AMCA)

Ferramentas

EMR/EHR systems

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Medical Assistant - Anesthesia Pre-op for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $25.39 – $34.19. 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.

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.

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.

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.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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
• Minimum of 1 year Preferred: experience in a medical office
• Required: National Medical Assistant Certification OREGON AND ALASKA REQUIEMENT ONLY: When referring to the National Certification requirement below, the following are acceptable in meeting that requirement. Certified Medical Assistant through the American Association of Medical Assistants AAMA; Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) through the American Medical Technologists (AMT); Clinical Medical Assistant certification through the National Health Career Associates (NHA); National Certified Medical Assistant through the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT); Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC) administered by the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA); Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) through American Allied Health (AAH); Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant administered by the National Association for Health Professionals (NAHPUSA)
• Required: Upon Hire Basic Life Support
• 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)

OREGON

• Education: NHA CCMA certification fulfills the education requirement.

OREGON WEST NETWORK – SHMC Anesthesia Clinic

• Does not perform Essential Functions # 3, 4, 5 or 8 above.
• May provide phone screening of patient to obtain general admission history, medication reconciliation, and schedule appointment for clinic visit.
• Minimum of two years post certification experience in a medical office and/or a minimum of two years’ experience in surgical offices 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.

Benefits

• 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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