**Description** **PeaceHealth is seeking a Medical Assistant for a Part Time, 0.80 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $24.49 – $33.07. 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.** ****Hiring Bonus May Be Available**** **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. + 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); National 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) and + Required Upon Hire: Basic Life Support + 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) + 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. + National Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) preferred. + 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. + Assist in seamless care of patient from discharge through recovery. 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: 97804