Neurosurgery Medical Assistant – Full-Time, Vancouver WA

Rebound Orthopedics & Neurosurgery; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Vision/Rx

Dental

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Voluntary Life insurance/AD&D

Short and long-term disability

Flexible Spending and Health Saving (F

Employee Assistance Program

Free Parking

Paid Time Off accrued at up to 24 days

Job summary

Rebound Orthopedics & Neurosurgery in Vancouver, WA seeks a Regular Full-Time Medical Assistant to support the Neurosurgery team at the Physician's Pavilion. The role includes rooming patients, taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and assisting with minor procedures to ensure smooth patient flow.

Ideal candidates have a MA program credential, WA state certification (or active LPN/license), and at least one year of clinic experience, plus strong interpersonal skills and commitment to patient

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or GED.
• Graduate from a Medical Assisting program or an accredited State Board of Nursing LPN program.
• WA State certification required if working in WA State, preferred if working in OR state; or current licensure as an LPN; current BLS Certification.
• One year of work experience as an MA, preferably in a clinic setting.
• Knowledge of examination, diagnostic, and treatment room procedures.
• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to maintain a safe work environment, including the ability to maintain quality control standards.
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public.
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergencies.
• Ability to read, understand and respond to detailed oral and written instructions, including communicating clearly.

Responsibilities

• Escort patients to the exam room and assist in chart documentation.
• Take vital signs and assist patients in patient flow through the clinic.
• Prepare exam rooms and instruments for examination and testing.
• Stock the exam rooms, injectable medication cabinet, ensure that all supplies are “in date” and stored according to manufacturer’s directions.
• Coordinate communication with patient and providers including phone calls, message handling, and processing paperwork.
• Label, prepare, and maintain proper storage for specimens and tests. Ensure tests are picked up by lab personnel and obtain results.
• Ensure that lab reports, imaging, and other information are available to providers.
• Assist physicians and APP’s with minor diagnostic procedures and treatments as directed.
• Check appointment schedule and assist Call Center with physician’s patient schedule.
• Dispense outpatient materials, assist in application and instructions on use per provider directions.
• Schedule patients for follow up appointments, ancillary tests, and procedures.
• Handle laundry, disinfect exam room and maintain sharps containers to comply with safety protocol.
• Attend required meetings and in-services and participate in committees as requested.
• Complete all required annual trainings prior to the deadline.
• Maintain a high degree of confidentiality and abide by all HIPAA rules and regulations.
• Perform related work as required.

Skills

Clinical patient care

Communication with patients

Team collaboration

Emergency response

Education

Medical Assisting program

WA State certification (or LPN license)

BLS Certification

Job description

Rebound Orthopedics & Neurosurgery in Vancouver, WA seeks a Regular Full-Time Medical Assistant to support the Neurosurgery team at the Physician's Pavilion. The role includes rooming patients, taking vital signs, preparing exam rooms, and assisting with minor procedures to ensure smooth patient flow.

Ideal candidates have a MA program credential, WA state certification (or active LPN/license), and at least one year of clinic experience, plus strong interpersonal skills and commitment to patient