Medical Assistant - Family Practice

PeaceHealth; Longview (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full medical/dental/vision coverage

403b retirement plan with employer and

payeoff?

paid time off

life and disability insurance with buy

tuition and continuing education

wellness benefits

expanded EAP and mental health program

Job summary

PeaceHealth is seeking a Medical Assistant - Family Practice for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, variable position in Washington state. The role supports physicians by preparing patients, assisting during exams, and handling routine clinical duties within MA scope of practice.

Requirements include WA State MA Certification, Basic Life Support, and preferred 1 year in a medical office. The position carries a salary range of $25.88–$34.85 per hour and is represented by a collective bargaining agreement.

Qualifications

• WA State MA Certification required or MOA certification with exam eligibility considered.
• Minimum 1 year experience in a medical office preferred.
• Upon hire, Basic Life Support is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for examination and treatment; takes and records history and vital signs.
• Prepares exam rooms and maintains supplies and equipment for examinations and procedures.
• Administers injections, applies splints and dressings, and assists with minor wound care under provider orders.
• Maintains patient files and data entry into the electronic medical record.
• Assists in scheduling tests and follow-up appointments.
• Provides phone screening to route calls to appropriate clinical staff or physician.

Skills

Age-specific care

Privacy & confidentiality

Team collaboration

Computer skills

Time management

Interpersonal communication

Asepsis knowledge

Education

WA MA Certification

Interim credential accepted

MA-C within 12 months

Basic Life Support

Job description

Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Medical Assistant - Family Practice for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Variable position.

The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $25.88 – $34.85.

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.

Essential Functions

• 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.

Qualifications

• Accredited Program Required: Medical Assistant or 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: WA State MA Certification WASHINGTON REQUIREMENT ONLY: State of Washington Medical Assistant – certified licensure. 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 and
• 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)

Department / Location Specific Notes

WASHINGTON:

• Washington State MA-C + National Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) preferred.

PHMG – Primary Care Medical Home:

• Use decision support functions of EHR in tandem with standing order/protocols to manage patient populations.
• Assist provider in documenting details of patient encounter, order tests and referrals.

Working Conditions

• 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.
• Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
• Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy environment.
• 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.

• 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
• expanded EAP and mental health program

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