Medical Assistant - Orthopedics

About the role

PeaceHealth is seeking a Medical Assistant - Orthopedics for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position.

Responsibilities

• 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 in Medical Assistant or Medical Office Assistant that allows caregiver to sit for the MOA certification exam (e.g. associate degree in Allied Health); or Apprenticeship in Medical Assistant.
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year preferred in a medical office.
• Credentials: WA State MA Certification required (Interim Certified accepted; must obtain Medical Assistant-Certified non-interim within 12 months); Basic Life Support required upon hire; National Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) preferred.

Skills

• 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.

Working conditions

• Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without assistive equipment (NIOSH).
• Fine motor skills to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures.
• Push/Pull: Frequently up to 45 lbs. force (e.g., WOW, medical carts).
• Perform hands-on CPR at least 20 minutes using 100-125 lbs. of force (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

PeaceHealth offers caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package, including 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.

Pay

The salary range is $25.62 – $34.58. 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. Hiring bonus may be available.