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Medical Assistant - Family Medicine
Legacy Health - Molalla, OR
posted 2 months ago
About the position
The Medical Assistant I - Clinics plays a vital role in the healthcare team by serving as a link between patients and physicians. This position is responsible for assisting with patient care, ensuring efficient clinic operations, and performing various medical tasks under the supervision of a physician or nurse practitioner. The role emphasizes attention to detail and adherence to established standards to enhance patient care and support the Legacy mission of improving lives.
Responsibilities
- Prepares patients and rooms for exams and procedures.
- Performs basic laboratory testing, point of care testing, phlebotomy, and other quality controls.
- Administers medications as directed by physician/nurse practitioner.
- Assists physician/nurse practitioner with exams and procedures.
- Accurately documents medical information in patient records.
- Tracks and routes test results to physician(s)/nurse practitioner(s) for review and files results in medical records.
- Communicates test results with patients when deemed appropriate by physician/nurse practitioner.
- Facilitates patient care activities, including scheduling ancillary tests and reinforcing patient education.
- Maintains adequate inventory of medical, office, and pharmaceutical supplies.
- Demonstrates and maintains professional behavior in accordance with established standards.
- Exercises timely, concise, and appropriate use of telephone to meet needs of external and internal customers.
- Processes orders appropriately and accurately.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Experience as a back office medical assistant in a clinic setting, with one year preferred.
- Completion of a medical assistant program or equivalent experience; or completion of a formal medical services training program of the United States Armed Forces; or completion of Basic or Advanced Oregon Emergency Medical Technician program for Oregon only.
- Current American Heart Association approved CPR certification required.
- MA certification required within one year of hire from recognized organizations (AAMA, AMT, NCCT, NHA).
- Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in a clinic setting is preferred.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay ranging from $23.00 to $32.20.
- Opportunities for professional development and certification.
