Medical Assistant - Oncology

PeaceHealth; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 35,294 - 47,637; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical/dental/vision coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Employer-paid life and disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness benefits

Job summary

PeaceHealth in Bellingham, WA, is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant for a full-time, day position. The role includes assisting healthcare providers in patient care, preparing examination rooms, and maintaining medical supplies.

The ideal candidate must have an accredited Medical Assistant degree, at least 1 year of medical office experience, and WA State MA Certification. A competitive salary range of $25.62 – $34.58 and a hiring bonus may be available.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in a medical office preferred.
• WA State MA Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians/providers in patient care.
• Prepare patients for examination and maintain supplies.
• Collaborate with healthcare team for clinic operations.

Skills

Age-specific knowledge

Patient privacy and confidentiality

Collaborative skills

Computer proficiency

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Asepsis principles

Education

Medical Assistant or Medical Office Assistant

Apprenticeship in Medical Assistant

Job description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Medical Assistant - Oncology for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position.

Salary range: $25.62 – $34.58, depending on education, training, work experience, seniority, and applicable agreements.

Hiring Bonus may be available!

Assist physicians/providers in the delivery of patient care within the scope of practice for a Medical Assistant, collaborating with the healthcare team.

Essential Functions

• Prepares patients for examination and treatment or anesthesia interview as applicable, taking and recording patient history and vital signs.
• Prepares exam and/or treatment rooms; selects, sets up, and maintains medical supplies and equipment for all examinations, procedures, and anesthesia interviews.
• 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 the 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

Education

• Accredited Program Required: Medical Assistant or
• Accredited Program Required: Medical Office Assistant that allows caregiver to sit for the MOA certification exam (e.g., associate degree in Allied Health) or
• Apprenticeship Required: Medical Assistant

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year, preferred: experience in a medical office.

Credentials

• Required: WA State MA Certification. State of Washington Medical Assistant – Interim Certified credential accepted. Caregiver must obtain Medical Assistant‑Certified (Non‑Interim) credential within 12 months of issuance of interim credential by the State of Washington.
• Required: Basic Life Support upon hire.
• National Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) preferred.

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 multidisciplinary 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)

Working Conditions

Lifting

• Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH).
• Fine motor skills to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures.
• Push/Pull: Frequently up to 45 lbs. force (e.g., medical carts).
• Perform hands‑on CPR at least 20 mins using 100‑125 lbs. of force. 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 a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package, including full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403(b) retirement plan with employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer‑paid life and disability insurance with additional buy‑up coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits; and expanded EAP and mental health program.

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