Medical Assistant - Family Practice

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. Prepares patients for examination and treatment or anesthesia interview as applicable. Takes and records patient history and vital signs as applicable. Gives injections, applies splints and dressings, and facilitates simple wound management under provider orders. Prepares and maintains supplies and equipment for treatment, 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 patients to appropriate clinical staff or physician.

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)
• Preferred: Experience in a medical office
• Credentials Required: National Medical Assistant Certification
• When referring to the National Certification requirement, 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)
  • Nationally Registered 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)
• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs
• Ability to maintain patient privacy and confidentiality
• Ability to collaborate with other multi-disciplinary team members
• Proficiency in the use of computer and office equipment
• Familiarity with desktop computing tools, multi-line phone systems and insurance billing preferred
• Ability to efficiently manage time and prioritize multiple tasks
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Understand the principles of asepsis if applicable

Department / Location Specific Notes

• For clinic locations where caregiver will be performing both Medical Assistant and Diagnostic Technician functions: Must meet qualifications and perform essential functions of Diagnostic Technician job profile in addition to those for the Medical Assistant.
• OREGON: Must have current Medical Assistant National certification, Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant or be a National Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) at date of hire.

Education

• NHA CCMA certification fulfills the education requirement

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

Benefits

• 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
• Expanded EAP and mental health program