Medical Assistant - Family Practice

PeaceHealth; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

PeaceHealth is seeking a Medical Assistant for Family Practice. This full-time, 1.0 FTE day position supports physicians in delivering patient care within MA scope. Salary ranges from $25.62 to $34.58 per hour, with hiring based on education, experience, and seniority.

The role involves preparing patients, assisting with examinations, injections, wound care, scheduling, EMR data entry, and collaboration across departments to ensure smooth clinic operations.

Qualifications

• Accredited program required: Medical Assistant or Medical Office Assistant (MOA) eligible for MOA exam
• 1 year experience in medical office preferred
• WA State Medical Assistant certification required (or interim with time limit)
• Basic Life Support required on hire

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examinations and treatments; record history and vitals
• Set up rooms and supplies for examinations and procedures
• Administer injections and basic wound care under provider orders
• Sterilize and maintain equipment and rooms
• Assist with scheduling tests and follow-ups
• Maintain patient records and data entry in EMR
• Screen patients by phone when applicable
• Collaborate with clinic staff to ensure smooth operations
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Patient privacy

Team collaboration

Computer proficiency

Time management

Interpersonal communication

Asepsis

Education

Medical Assistant certificate/education

MOA/Allied Health education

Apprenticeship option

Job description

Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Medical Assistant- Family Practicefor a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position.

The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $25.62 – $34.58.

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.

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; 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.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Accredited Program Required: Medical Assistant orMedical Office Assistant that allows caregiver to sit for the MOA certification exam will be considered (e.g. associate degree in Allied Health) orApprenticeship 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:

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

PHMG – Primary Care Medical Home:

• Uses decision support functions of EHR in tandem with standing order/protocols to manage patient populations.
• Assists 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. 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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