Medical Assistant - General Surgery Clinic - PeaceHealth

**Description** ****Hiring Bonus and Relocation may be available**** PeaceHealth is seeking a **Medical Assistant - General Surgery Clinic for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position.** The general salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $24.49- $33.07. The actual hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to, the job/position responsibilities, location, terms of the applicable collective bargaining agreement, education, training, work experience, seniority, work performance, etc. In collaboration with the healthcare team, assists physicians/providers in the delivery of patient care working within the scope of practice for a Medical Assistant. Spotlight on PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center Vancouver, WA A Better Workplace Community (https://peacehealth.culturehq.com/story/5597) **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; selects, setup and maintains 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 the 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) + Minimum of 1 year Preferred: Experience in a medical office. + 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. + Required Upon Hire: Basic Life Support **Skills** + 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) **Working Conditions** + Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment and/or devices (NIOSH). + Fine motor skills to be able to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures. + Push/Pull: Frequently up to 45 lbs. force (i.e., WOW, medical carts). + Perform hands on CPR at least 20 mins using 100-125 lbs. of force (National Assoc. of EMS Physicians and AHA) Frequency should be seldom or occasionally. + Ability to move around area with frequent sitting. + Bending/ stooping/ squatting/ reaching/ kneeling frequently. + Lifting (non-patient) up to 20 lbs. occasionally and 5 lbs. frequently. + Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles. + Must be able to complete tasks in a noisy environment. + Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted). + Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information. 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. **PeaceHealth requires a completed Primary Vaccine Series (e.g., 2 dose monovalent Pfizer, Moderna or Novavax series or 1 dose J&J vaccine series) or be Up to Date (receiving the most recent Pfizer/Moderna bivalent vaccine/booster) for COVID-19 vaccination prior to their start date. PeaceHealth has a medical and religious exemption request process for those that are unable to receive the COVID-19 primary vaccine series due to medical/religious reasons. For caregivers that will be working in Oregon there is a personal vaccine exemption form that may be requested.** REQNUMBER: 75492