Medical Assistant: Triage, Charting & Patient Care

St. Charles Health System; Prineville (OR); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Charles Health System is seeking a Medical Assistant to manage daily patient flow and support physician needs. You will collect information, maintain medical records, and assist with phone requests to ensure efficient care delivery.

The role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and adherence to HIPAA, with responsibilities across routine clinical tasks and organizational standards.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of ICD-10 and coding conventions.
• Experience with medical office documentation standards.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to exam rooms and prepare for physician assessment.
• Record and maintain patient medical data in charts.
• Assist physicians with phone requests from patients and professionals.
• Perform physician-requested ancillary or surgical procedures (excluding IV meds).
• Maintain equipment and supply inventories.
• Contribute to a safe environment for staff, patients, and guests.
• Support Lean principles and organization values in daily work.

Skills

ICD-10 knowledge

CM/CPT/HCPCS coding

EMR/EHR systems

HIPAA compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program

Tools

EMR/EHR software

Job description

St. Charles Health System is seeking a Medical Assistant to manage daily patient flow and support physician needs. You will collect information, maintain medical records, and assist with phone requests to ensure efficient care delivery.

The role emphasizes accuracy, confidentiality, and adherence to HIPAA, with responsibilities across routine clinical tasks and organizational standards.