Medical Assistant, Internal Medicine

Full Time
Corvallis, OR 97330
Posted
Job description

*Up to $3,000 sign on bonus*

We view health care as a team effort involving the physician, nurse practitioner and others in our office who assist with patient care. We encourage disease prevention and early detection to help maintain optimal health.

Our clinic is home to internal medicine residents. Our residents work closely with attending physicians throughout their training. This means two physicians will be providing top-quality health care.

JOB SUMMARY/PURPOSE
Assists practitioner in performance of procedures, telephone prescription orders/refills, maintaining patient records and relaying test results.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

The Primary Care teams at Samaritan Health Services offer complete health care for all family members from newborns to seniors through their pediatric, family medicine and internal medicine providers. They encourage and offer preventive care, including annual exams, health screenings and counseling regarding health and lifestyle.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Registered or Certified Medical Assistant (RMA or CMA) required.
  • Healthcare Provider BLS required.
  • Previous medical back office experience/medical assistant training, or completion of a MA/CMA program preferred.
  • Experience in applicable specialty area preferred.
  • Lab/EKG experience preferred.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

  • Patient Care - Possess the skills and knowledge needed to assist and care for others. Ability to recognize symptoms, drug properties and interactions, treatments, and preventive health-care measures within scope of practice.
  • Adaptability/Flexibility - Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to situations that may arise with high risk or diverse patient populations. Ability to adjust actions in relation to others and adapt to offer best possible care to patients.
  • Communication - Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues. Ability to perform group presentations and listen to and understand complex information and ideas.
  • Team Building - Ability to work, function and communicate on a multi-disciplinary team. Possess the knowledge and skills to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time.
  • Medical Terminology - Knowledge of medical records, procedures and terminology. Ability to read, interpret, and apply policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
  • Social Perceptiveness - Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and/or communicating with patients and caregivers. Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.
  • *Bonus available to new employees and may require previous work experience. Employment commitment to Samaritan is required.

*Bonus available to new employees and may require previous work experience. Employment commitment to Samaritan is required.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.52 - $28.67 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Free parking
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Relocation assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Travel reimbursement
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

  • Internal Medicine
  • Primary Care

Schedule:

  • 10 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Corvallis, OR 97330: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

  • EMR systems: 1 year (Preferred)
  • Vital signs: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • BLS Certification (Preferred)
  • Certified Medical Assistant (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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