Medical Assistant - Behavioral Health

Istss; Florence (OR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision coverage

403b retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

PeaceHealth seeks a Medical Assistant - Behavioral Health for a Full Time position in Oregon. The role collaborates with the healthcare team to support physicians in patient care, within the scope of the MA.

The position requires MOA/MEdical Assistant training, at least 1 year medical office experience, BLS, and current national certification per Oregon/Alaska rules. Strong privacy, teamwork, and computer skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Accredited Medical Assistant program required or MOA pathway; allows sitting for MOA exam.
• Minimum 1 year experience in a medical office preferred.
• National Medical Assistant Certification per Oregon/Alaska requirements (AAMA, AMT, NHA, NCCT, AMCA, AAH, NAHPUSA).
• Upon hire, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Able to protect patient privacy and confidentiality; strong data handling and teamwork skills.
• Proficient with computers, multi-line phones, and basic insurance billing knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for examination and records history and vital signs as applicable.
• Sets up exam/treatment rooms and maintains medical supplies and equipment.
• Administers injections, applies dressings, and assists with wound care under provider orders.
• Prepares sterilized supplies and equipment for treatments.
• May transport specimens and schedule tests or follow-ups.
• Maintains patient files and EMR data entry; supports clinic operations.
• Provides phone screening to route patients to appropriate staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

MOA certification

1 year experience

computer & EMR

patient privacy

team collaboration

Education

NHA CCMA certification

Tools

EMR data entry

Job description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Medical Assistant - Behavioral Health for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $25.41 – $35.18. 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.

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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Contact information

Company name: PeaceHealth
Contact name: Valerie Raia
Contact email: [e-mail]