Medical Assistant - Gastroenterology

• Description
• PeaceHealth is seeking a
• Medical Assistant
• Gastroenterology
• for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $25.62
• $34.58. 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.
• Job Summary
• 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.
• Essential Functions
• + 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.

• Qualifications
• Education
• +

Accredited Program Required:

Medical Assistant

• or•Medical Office Assistant that allows caregiver to sit for the MOA certification exam will be considered (e.

g. associate degree in Allied Health)

• or•a Medical Assistant Apprenticeship.

+ Minimum of 1 year

Preferred:

experience in a medical office +

• Required:

  State of Washington Medical Assistant
• certified
• licensure. 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 and +

• 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)

• Department / Location Specific Notes

• WASHINGTON

  + National Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) preferred. PHMG

• Primary Care Medical Home:

  + Uses decision support functions of EHR in tandem with standing order/protocols to manage patient populations. + Assists provider in documenting details of patient encounter, order tests and referrals.
• 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.

REQNUMBER

134129