Sleep Clinic Medical Assistant — Patient Care & Coordination

Salem Hospital; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Salem Health Sleep Clinic in Salem, Oregon is hiring a Medical Assistant to support patients and providers, ensuring safe, efficient, and compassionate visits. The role involves coordinating orders, documenting care in Epic Ambulatory, and preparing patients for procedures while upholding high clinical standards.

Responsibilities include assessing patients, obtaining histories, monitoring vital signs, assisting with procedures, and maintaining accurate records.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Medical Assistant certification or registration from a nationally recognized credentialing agency.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients, monitor changes in condition, and alert physicians to critical or life-threatening situations.
• Obtain patient history, document vital signs, and reassess after interventions.
• Prepare patients for procedures and assist with scheduling.
• Support clinical operations by maintaining accurate photo records and documenting orders.
• Execute and document physician orders and coordinate care as needed.
• Perform waived lab tests and ensure medication safety.

Skills

Medical assistant

Vital signs

Clinical documentation

Job description

Salem Health Sleep Clinic in Salem, Oregon is hiring a Medical Assistant to support patients and providers, ensuring safe, efficient, and compassionate visits. The role involves coordinating orders, documenting care in Epic Ambulatory, and preparing patients for procedures while upholding high clinical standards.

Responsibilities include assessing patients, obtaining histories, monitoring vital signs, assisting with procedures, and maintaining accurate records.