Medical Assistant - Neurology

PeaceHealth; Springfield (OR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental/Vision coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Education reimbursement

Job summary

PeaceHealth is seeking a Medical Assistant for Neurology to join our team in a full-time, day shift role in Oregon. The position involves preparing patients, assisting providers, and performing routine clinical tasks within the Medical Assistant scope of practice. A certified MA is required or eligible, with BLS upon hire and strong teamwork skills.

The role supports neurologic patient care across clinics. We offer a competitive benefits package, professional development opportunities, and a

Qualifications

• Accredited Medical Assistant program or MOA cert required.
• Minimum 1 year medical office experience preferred.
• Certification: CMA/RMA/CMAC/NCCT/AMCA or equivalent per Oregon/Alaska rules.
• Basic Life Support required at hire.
• Knowledge of patient privacy and HIPAA compliance.
• Proficiency with computers and EMR systems; billing knowledge a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for exams and treatments; take history and vital signs.
• Set up exam/treatment rooms and maintain supplies/equipment.
• Administer injections, dressings, and wound care per provider orders.
• Assist in scheduling tests and follow-up visits.
• Maintain patient records and data entry into EMR.
• Provide phone screening and triage to clinical staff as needed.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team for smooth clinic operations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient communication

Clinical skills

Time management

Education

Medical Assistant Certification (CMA/RMA etc)

Tools

EMR/EHR (EPIC)

Job description

Job Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Medical Assistant - Neurology for 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.

Description

Job Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Medical Assistant - Neurology for 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.

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.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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
• Minimum of 1 year Preferred: experience in a medical office
• Required: National Medical Assistant Certification OREGON AND ALASKA REQUIREMENT ONLY: When referring to the National Certification requirement, the following are acceptable in meeting that requirement. Certified Medical Assistant through the American Association of Medical Assistants AAMA; Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) through the American Medical Technologists (AMT); Clinical Medical Assistant certification through the National Health Career Associates (NHA); National Certified Medical Assistant through the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT); Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC) administered by the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA); Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) through American Allied Health (AAH); Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant administered by the National Association for Health Professionals (NAHPUSA) or
• Required: Upon Hire Basic Life Support
• 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)

OREGON:

• Education: NHA CCMA certification fulfills the education requirement.

Working Conditions

Lifting

• 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.

Environmental Conditions

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

Mental/Visual

• 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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