Medical Assistant: Patient-Centric Care & Vital Signs

Summit Health; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians, PAs, and NPs with patient flow, clinical duties, and clerical tasks. The role emphasizes accurate vitals, charting in the EHR, and coordination of patient visits within a multispecialty clinic.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and completion of an accredited MA or phlebotomy program, with BLS certification and strong communication skills in English.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Graduation from an accredited medical assistant or phlebotomy program is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares the examination room and escorts patient into the room.
• Maintains efficient patient flow and ensures proper preparation for visits.
• Obtains vital signs and documents in the EHR with accuracy.
• Reviews and updates medication list and allergies in the EHR.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduated from an accredited medical assistant or phlebotomy program

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Summit Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians, PAs, and NPs with patient flow, clinical duties, and clerical tasks. The role emphasizes accurate vitals, charting in the EHR, and coordination of patient visits within a multispecialty clinic.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and completion of an accredited MA or phlebotomy program, with BLS certification and strong communication skills in English.