Medical Assistant (CMA) - Family Medicine

Samaritan Health Services; Corvallis (OR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a compassionate Medical Assistant to join their family medicine team. This role involves assisting practitioners with procedures, managing patient records, and ensuring effective communication with patients. The ideal candidate will possess strong adaptability and communication skills, enabling them to thrive in a diverse environment. With a commitment to comprehensive care for all ages, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community. If you are passionate about patient care and teamwork, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Registered or Certified Medical Assistant (RMA or CMA) required.
• Healthcare Provider BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assists practitioners in procedures and managing patient records.
• Relays test results and manages telephone prescription orders.
• Promotes preventive care and lifestyle counseling.

Skills

Patient Care

Adaptability/Flexibility

Communication

Team Building

Medical Terminology

Social Perceptiveness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Registered or Certified Medical Assistant (RMA or CMA)

Healthcare Provider BLS certification

Job description

Medical Assistant (CMA) - Family Medicine

Pay: Competitive

Employment Type: Other

Job Description

1. JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
   • Assists practitioners in performing procedures, managing telephone prescription orders/refills, maintaining patient records, and relaying test results.
2. DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
   • The Primary Care teams at Samaritan Health Services provide comprehensive healthcare for all ages, from newborns to seniors, through pediatric, family medicine, and internal medicine providers. They promote preventive care, including annual exams, health screenings, and lifestyle counseling.
3. EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
   • High school diploma or equivalent required.
   • Registered or Certified Medical Assistant (RMA or CMA) required.
   • Healthcare Provider BLS certification required.
   • Previous medical back office experience or completion of a MA/CMA program preferred.
   • Experience in applicable specialty areas and lab/EKG experience preferred.
4. KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
   • Patient Care: Skills to assist and care for patients, recognize symptoms, drug interactions, treatments, and preventive measures within scope of practice.
   • Adaptability/Flexibility: Respond quickly and appropriately to diverse patient situations.
   • Communication: Effective written and oral communication skills, ability to explain complex issues, and conduct group presentations.
   • Team Building: Ability to work and communicate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
   • Medical Terminology: Knowledge of medical records, procedures, and terminology.
   • Social Perceptiveness: Ability to work with diverse populations, understanding age-related care differences, and maintaining sensitivity and non-judgmental attitude.
5. PHYSICAL DEMANDS

About the company

Samaritan Health Services is a non-profit, integrated healthcare system with five hospitals in Oregon, headquartered in Corvallis, Oregon.