Medical Assistant - Clinical Union Float Pool - PeaceHealth

**Description** **PeaceHealth is seeking a Medical Assistant - Clinical Union Float Pool for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $25.61 - $34.48. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.** **This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement. There may be more than one opening on this posting.** **DETAILS OF THE POSITION:** + Prepares patients for examination and treatment or anesthesia interview as applicable. Takes and records patient history and vital signs as applicable. + Prepares exam and/or treatment rooms; select, setup and maintain medical supplies and equipment for all examinations, procedures and/or anesthesia interview as applicable. + Gives injections, applies splints and dressings, and facilitates simple wound management under provider orders. + Prepares and maintains supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization. + May transport specimens. + May assist in scheduling patients for tests, initial and follow up appointments. + May maintain patient files, records, and other information including entry of data into electronic medical record. + May provide phone screening of patient to appropriate clinical staff and/or physician. + Collaborates with a variety of personnel and departments to ensure smooth clinic operations. + Performs other duties as assigned. **WHAT YOU BRING:** + Accredited Program Required: Medical Assistant or + Accredited Program Required: Medical Office Assistant that allows caregiver to sit for the MOA certification exam will be considered (e.g. associate degree in Allied Health) or + Apprenticeship Required: Medical Assistant. + Minimum of 1 year Preferred: Experience in a medical office + Required : National Medical Assistant Certification When referring to the National Certification requirement below, the following are acceptable in meeting that requirement. Certified Medical Assistant through the American Association of Medical Assistants AAMA; Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) through the American Medical Technologists (AMT); Clinical Medical Assistant certification through the National Health Career Associates (NHA); National Certified Medical Assistant through the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT); Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC) administered by the American Medical Certification Association (AMCA); Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) through American Allied Health (AAH); Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant administered by the National Association for Health Professionals (NAHPUSA) and + Required Upon Hire: Basic Life Support + Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient's needs. (Required) + Ability to maintain patient privacy and confidentiality. (Required) + Ability to collaborate with other multi-disciplinary team members. (Required) + Proficiency in the use of computer and office equipment. Familiarity with desktop computing tools, multi-line phone systems and insurance billing preferred. (Required) + Ability to efficiently manage time and prioritize multiple tasks. (Required) + Strong interpersonal and communication skills. (Required) + Understand the principles of asepsis if applicable. (Required) WASHINGTON: + State of Washington Medical Assistant -certified licensure required. + State of Washington Medical Assistant - Interim Certified credential accepted. Caregiver must obtain Medical Assistant- Certified (Non-Interim) credential within 12 months of date of issuance of interim credential by the State of Washington + National Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) preferred PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program. See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility (https://www.thecaregiver.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/PeaceHealth-Statement-of-Commitment-to-Diversity-and-Inclusion-vFINAL.pdf) . For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws. REQNUMBER: 99655