Medical Assistant, Pulmonology and Sleep

Valley Health System; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Zero-deductible health plan

Dental and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Valley Health System is seeking a Medical Assistant for the Pulmonology & Sleep department. The role involves performing MA tasks, educating patients, and supporting clinicians under supervision. On-site employment in the United States with a first shift schedule.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of clinical experience or MA certification. BLS/HCP certification is mandatory before orientation, with strong communication skills emphasized.

Qualifications

• One year of clinical experience or completion of a Medical Assistant certification program.
• BLS certification (HCP) required; AHA certification prior to orientation.
• Good communication skills are essential for patient interactions and care.

Responsibilities

• Under supervision, performs Medical Assistant tasks and educates patients.
• Assist physicians or NPs/PAs in clinical duties and patient assessment.

Skills

Communication skills

Nursing process knowledge

Patient education

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

As one of the nation's Top 15 Health Systems, recognized by Premier and Modern Healthcare, Valley Health is a place where excellence, compassion, and purpose come together. This distinction reflects our commitment to exceptional patient care, clinical quality, and the caregivers who make it all possible.

Department Pulmonology & Sleep Specialist PBB - 209586 Worker Sub Type Regular Work Shift First Shift (United States of America) Pay Range $18.96 - $25.59

Job Description

• Under the supervision of the physician or advanced practice clinician (NP or PA), performs Medical Assistant specific tasks, and assesses and educates patients.

Education

High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience

One year of experience in a clinical setting or completion of a Medical Assistant certification program required.

Training

Training in specialty-specific assisting desired.

Certification & Licensure

• BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) - American Heart 'Healthcare Provider' (HCP) - AHA approved required.
• New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to completion of orientation.

Qualifications

• Must possess good communication skills.
• Competent to provide care to patients utilizing the nursing process.
• Knowledge of the basic principles of human growth and development.
• Competent to successfully interact with patients according to their special needs which may apply, based on age of the patient served.

Benefits

At Valley Health, we believe everyone is a caregiver, and our goal is to create an environment where our caregivers thrive physically, financially, and emotionally.

• A Zero-Deductible Health Plan Dental and vision insurance Generous Paid Time Off Tuition Assistance Retirement Savings Match A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program
• Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development.
• In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more.

To see the full scale of what we offer, visit valleyhealthbenefits.com.

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