Medical Assistant/Certified MA - Salem Health Orthopedics

Salem Health; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Salem Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to join their Orthopedics department. In this full-time role, you will utilize your clinical knowledge and interpersonal skills to assess patient needs and ensure quality care. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including relocation assistance, medical plans, and generous paid time off. Join a leading healthcare provider committed to community well-being and continuous improvement.

Benefits

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

401(K) retirement plan with employer contributions

Generous paid time off (PTO) accrual

Onsite fitness center

Education assistance program

Public service loan forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer

Qualifications

• Experience in urgent care, family practice, or clinic specialty office preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and alert physicians to potential life-threatening situations.
• Perform waived laboratory testing procedures according to protocols.
• Ensure adequate discharge instructions are given to each patient.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Critical Thinking

Education

National certification from NCCT, NHA, AMT, AAMA

Current BLS certification

Job description

Medical Assistant/Certified MA - Salem Health Orthopedics

life insurance, paid time off, 401(k), retirement plan, relocation assistance

Location Site: 1600 State St. Salem, OR 97301Department: SHMG OrthopedicsPosition Type: Full Time (40 Hours/Week)Start Time: 7:45am Monday - Friday Pioneering healthcare since 1896, Salem Health is a top workplace offering highly competitive pay where you can make a difference in the lives of those in the community where you live. Through incorporation of Lean driven principles, staff are able effect change in the organization to solve problems, and drive continuous improvement. As an employer of choice, we are devoted to assuring that we provide a safe, healthy, and patient-centric workplace, while keeping staff wellbeing and satisfaction top of mind.We invite you to learn more about our wonderful community: There's something about Salem, Oregon!Your Role With Us: As a Medical Assistant with Salem Health, you will call upon your excellent interpersonal skills, clinical knowledge and critical thinking abilities to identify the nature and urgency of our patient's healthcare needsCore Functions:Assesses patients and alerts physicians to potential life-threatening situationsRecognizes critical diagnostic data and alerts the physician in a timely fashion. Recognizes changes in patient condition and reports appropriately.Determines priorities of care and intervenes in those cases falling outside the parameters of normal clinic protocol (e.g. isolating and obtaining physician for suspicious rashes, prioritizing patients potentially requiring transfer to a higher level of care.Anticipates the need for selected diagnostic tests and initiates testing according to protocols. Recognizes variations in patient flow, and adjusts work effort to reflect the needs of the department.Ensures adequate discharge instructions are given to each patient, that family members are included in discharge instructions if available, that patients are referred for future care appropriately, and the community resource information is available to patients. Performs waived laboratory testing procedures according to protocols; demonstrates continued competency in patient testing, quality control and proficiency testing.Demonstrates adequate knowledge and expertise with regard to medication safety/security and administration within scope of practice and appropriate clinic protocols. Demonstrates competency in all areas of clinical care encompassed within the clinic setting. Total Rewards Offerings:Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations and professional growth.Relocation assistance available for qualified positionsFull comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plansBasic and voluntary life insuranceShort and long-term disabilityLive Well Wellness ProgramEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)401(K) retirement plan with employer contributions.Generous paid time off (PTO) accrual and holiday payOnsite fitness center with 24/7 badge accessEducation assistance programPublic service loan forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employerhttps://studentaid.gov/Food and drink discounts in the cafeteria.Impressive discounts offered by Nike, Adidas, Carhartt and others.Background/Expertise: National certification from NCCT, NHA, AMT, AAMA or equivalent requiredCurrent BLS certification required upon hire.Experience in either an urgent care, family practice or clinic specialty office preferred.Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail]

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