Medical Assistant - Dermatology

PeaceHealth; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

PeaceHealth is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant for their Dermatology department in Vancouver, WA. This full-time role involves assisting medical providers with patient care and ensuring smooth clinic operations. Candidates must have a certification in Medical Assistance and be proficient with patient management and office skills. A competitive rewards package is offered, including health benefits and retirement plan options.

Benefits

Full medical/dental/vision coverage

403b retirement plan

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness benefits

Qualifications

• Accredited Medical Assistant or Medical Office Assistant program completion.
• Washington State Medical Assistant certification required.
• Basic Life Support certification required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for examination and takes patient history and vital signs.
• Assists physicians in patient care, including injections and wound management.
• Manages medical supplies and assists with scheduling patients and maintaining records.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

Knowledge of asepsis

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Education

Medical Assistant certification

Medical Office Assistant certification

Certificate from an accredited program

Job description

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Job Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Medical Assistant for a Full Time, 0.90 FTE, Day position.

Description

Job Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Medical Assistant for a Full Time, 0.90 FTE, Day position.

The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $24.99 – $33.73.

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.

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.

***Hiring Bonus may be Available. ***

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; 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.
  
  

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.
  
  

WASHINGTON:

• State of Washington Medical Assistant – certified licensure required.
• 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.
• Required Upon Hire: Basic Life Support.
  
  

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)
  
  

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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For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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