Trinity Health
Location
Albany, Oregon
Salary
$19 - $26 / HOUR
The Medical Assistant supports nurses and physicians by performing clinical tasks, documenting patient health information in electronic records, and managing exam room supplies. They are also responsible for administrative duties such as scheduling, registration, and obtaining pre-authorizations for diagnostic testing.
Candidates must have a high school diploma and at least 10 months of healthcare experience, with proficiency in manual vital signs and EHR systems. A graduate certificate from a Medical Assistant program and national certification (CMA, CCMA, or RMA) are preferred.
Escorts patient to exam room, takes appropriate vital signs and documents all necessary health information into the electronic medical record. Responds to patients concerns appropriately. Completes referrals and obtains pre-authorizations for diagnostic testing. Follows proper protocol for collection and delivery of specimens. Participates in all required meetings and practice huddles. Completes incoming patient forms and ensures forms are scanned into the electronic medical record if applicable. Uses Universal Precautions with all encounters. Knows and follows procedure for handling occurrences involving exposure to blood or other body fluid. Documents all exposure incidents per St Peter’s Health Partners Medical Associates policy. Notifies physician regarding patients in need of physician intervention. Ensures that patient exam rooms are stocked and cleaned at all times. Follows office protocol to ensure adequate supplies are ordered and stocked. Performs office testing with appropriate training and within scope of practice. Handles medical waste appropriately. Provides educational materials to patients. Provides patients with electronic copy of medical record. If applicable perform front-end functions to insure achievement of established revenue cycle metrics, consistent with excellence standards and practice workflows: Scheduling and registration Check-in Check-out Charge entry/claims End of day processes General duties including but not limited to: Document processing Scanning Inbox monitoring Complies with Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH) care delivery model. Performs all mandatory training. Maintains patient confidentiality and adheres to HIPAA regulations. Works cooperatively with all team members to ensure quality patient care at all times. Communicates respectfully and effectively with providers, clinical staff, colleagues, managers and others. Adheres to St Peter’s Health Partners Medical Associates Code of Conduct in performance of all job duties. Obtains and maintains medical assistant certification according to MA certification policy. Cross covers other areas as needed What you will need:
Graduate of a Medical Assistant Training Program Holds National Medical Assistant Certification: CMA, CCMA, RMA
High School Diploma or equivalency At least 10 months’ work and/or clinical training experience in the healthcare field Proficient in obtaining manual vital signs Experience using an electronic health record system Commitment to confidentiality and respect Ability to obtain and record patient data including but not limited to: prior health history, family history, allergies, current medications, current complaints, health screening questionnaires Knowledge of basic anatomy and medical terminology Experience assisting physicians, nurses, or other healthcare providers in performing clinical tasks and procedures Ability to provide patients with information related to their health and wellness Pay Range:$19.00 - $26.15 Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.
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