Medical Assistant I
Company: Legacy Health
Location: Portland
Posted on: June 25, 2022
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Job Description:
Medical Assistant IUS-OR-PortlandJob ID: 22-25699Type: Part Time
- BenefittedGood Samaritan Medical Ctr campusOverviewHire-on bonus
and relocation assistance available for this position, subject to
eligibility You serve as a crucial link between patient and
physician, ensuring that the proper tests are administered and the
results are accurately reported. Your care, competency and
attention to detail reinforce the Legacy mission of making life
better for others. The Medical Assistant I - Clinics is responsible
for assisting with patient care, maintaining department/clinic
efficiency and other duties, as assigned. Participates as a member
of the health care team in cooperation with and under the direction
of a physician. Participates in daily operations under the
supervisor or manager. Are you looking for a Medical Assistant
opportunity with a different schedule or at another Legacy Health
location? Please click to see a list of other openings.
ResponsibilitiesPrepare patients and rooms for exams and
procedures. Perform basic laboratory testing, point of care
testing, phlebotomy and other quality controls. Administer
medications as directed by physician/ nurse practitioner (as per
site operations). Assists physician/nurse practitioner with exams
and procedures. Performs procedures within scope of practice.
Accurately documents medical information in the patient records.
Tracks and routes test results to physician(s)/nurse
practitioner(s) for review, and file results in medical records (as
per site operations). Communicates test results to patients when
deemed appropriate by physician/nurse practitioner. Facilitates
patient care activities, to include scheduling ancillary tests,
reinforcing patient education, and triaging as appropriate and
directed by physician/nurse practitioner (as per site operation).
Maintains adequate inventory of medical, office, and pharmaceutical
supplies. Demonstrates and maintains professional behavior in
accordance with established standards. Timely, concise, and
appropriate use of telephone to meet needs of external and internal
customers. Performs basic computer skills in using electronic
health record proficiently while conducting daily documentation and
communications involved in patient care. Processes orders
appropriately and accurately. Performs other related duties as
assigned. QualificationsEducation: Completion of a medical
assistant program or successful completion of a formal medical
services training program of the United States Armed Forces.
Experience: Experience as a back office medical assistant in a
clinic setting. One-year experience preferred. Keyboard skills and
ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions.
LEGACY'S VALUES IN ACTION:Follows guidelines set forth in Legacy's
Values in ActionEqual Opportunity Employer/Vet/Disabled
PI180722021
Keywords: Legacy Health, Portland , Medical Assistant I, Healthcare , Portland, Oregon
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