Medical Assistant, South Salem Primary Care
Company: Praxis Health
Location: Salem
Posted on: June 20, 2022
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Job Description:
Job Description South Salem Primary Care, of Praxis Health, is
looking for a friendly and energeticMedical Assistantwith
outstanding people skills to join our team . Qualified candidates
will have a collaborative, team spirit and a willingness to support
the needs of our patients as well as the goals of the job and the
team. In this role, you will work in collaboration with the
healthcare team to assist physicians/providers in the delivery of
exceptional patient care. We are excited to share with you a short
video that shows why the Praxis Health family is so special. Please
click here:https://youtu.be/MrNWtn42prY Must have an aptitude to
learn and love to work in the field of healthcare Must be someone
who thrives in a busy, fast-paced environment Must have exceptional
customer service skills, be highly organized, and detail oriented
Must be adaptable to multiple work environments and teams Job
Requirements: Ability to perform standard Medical Assistant duties
in primary care clinical environment Ability to effectively
communicate clear and concise information to patients, clients, and
other employees of the organization. Must be able to interact and
communicate with all levels of staff, physicians, patients and
families in an effective manner. Demonstrate and apply knowledge of
medical terminology, including medical procedures, high proficiency
of general medical office procedures including HIPAA regulations.
Ability to work under stress and deal effectively and courteously
with difficult people. Schedule: Monday Friday, 8am - 5pm Benefits:
We offer a competitive wage and benefits package, and on top of
this, you will work with a talented group of providers,
professionals and co-workers who are dedicated to the highest
standards of quality care. The family of providers within the
Praxis Health values those we provide for and we value our
employees. Benefit Highlights: Laboratory discounts for in house
testing Medical with In-Network & Custom Network discounts (No cost
for employee only coverage) Dental (No cost for employee only
coverage) 401(K) with discretionary employer match Paid Time Off
Travel: Occasional coverage at Dallas/Albany clinic locations
Essential Job Functions Fulfills patient care responsibilities as
assigned that may include checking schedules and organizing patient
flow; accompanying patients to exam/procedure room; assisting
patients as needed with walking transfers, dressing, collecting
specimens, preparing for exam, etc.; collecting patient history;
performing screening per provider guidelines; assisting
providers/nurses with various procedures; charting; relaying
instructions to patients/families; answering calls, and providing
pertinent information. Fulfills clerical responsibilities as
assigned that may include sending/receiving patient medical
records; obtaining lab/x-ray reports, hospital notes, referral
information, etc.; completing forms/requisitions as needed;
scheduling appointments; verifying insurance coverage and patient
demographics; managing and updating charts to ensure that
information is complete and filed appropriately; Fulfills
environmental responsibilities as assigned that may include setting
up instruments and equipment according to department protocols;
cleaning exam/procedure rooms, instruments, and equipment between
patient visits to maintain infection control; keeping appropriate
records; ordering, sorting, storing supplies; and restocking
exam/procedure rooms. Fulfills the organizations responsibilities
as assigned including; respecting and promoting patients rights;
responding appropriately to emergency codes; sharing problems
relating to patients and or staff with immediate supervisor.
Fulfills medical scribe duties as assigned that may involve
remaining in the exam room alongside the provider and providing
accurate, relevant documentation within the electronic medical
record; thoroughly documenting the medical visit and procedures
along with the chief complaint, medical history, physical exam,
past surgical history, patient education and explanation of risks
and benefits, provider dictated diagnoses, prescriptions and
instructions. Fulfills clinical Medical Assisting responsibilities
that vary according to state law, which may include
medical/surgical asepsis; checking vital signs or measurements;
physical examination preparations, clinical pharmacology; drug
administration through various routes including injections;
prescription verifications with physician's orders; applying
dressings and suture removal; bio hazard waste disposal and
monitoring; therapeutic modalities; instructing patients with
assistive devices, body mechanics and home care; laboratory
procedures including Occupations Safety and Health Administrations
(OSHA) guidelines; quality control methods; CLIA-waived testing;
specimen handling such as urine, throat, vaginal, stool, and
sputum; emergency triage and first aid. Medical Assistants must
adhere to the MA scope of practice in the laboratory. Reliable
attendance and presence at work. At this time, Praxis Health is
required to mandate the COVID-19 vaccination for all employees and
this will be required as a condition of employment. As an Equal
Opportunity Employer, reasonable accommodations will be fairly
considered. Minimum Qualifications Education and/or Experience High
School diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED) Medical
Assisting diploma from an accredited vocational institution, a
community college program in medical assisting preferred.
Appropriate certificate indicating passing grade for specific
specialty if working in specialty departments; e.g., pediatric
medical assistant exam. Minimum one year of recent experience
working in a medical facility as a medical assistant and or
documented evidence of externship completed in a medical office
preferred. Experience with Electrocardiogram (EKG), taking vital
signs, venipuncture, capillary, and giving injections. Other
Requirements Current BLS certification preferred. Current health
records with the appropriate immunization to work in the health
care field (Hepatitis B and Tuberculosis). About Us Praxis Health
is a family of medical groups providing high quality healthcare
throughout the state of Oregon. Our community-based clinics are the
DNA of our business, providing better medicine, advocacy for our
patients, and a satisfying and collaborative culture for our
providers and staff. The Praxis family approach is dynamically
different than other healthcare companies in Oregon. We are not big
box health care, but rather a company of small groups and clinics,
of nimble micro-cultures that can quickly adapt to industry
changes, as well as patient needs. We have been serving communities
across the beautiful and adventurous state of Oregon for over 50
years And we are pioneers and thought leaders in the industry. Our
commitment to innovative and operational excellence has allowed us
to create healthcare solutions that are both cost-efficient and
cutting edge. Come see how healthcare is done right General
Physical Requirements While performing the duties of this Job, the
employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger,
handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The
employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch.
The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds,
frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift
and/or move up to 50 pounds. Must be able to sit, stand, kneel,
crawl, bend and twist as needed. Requires walking on non-level
surfaces, inside and outside the office, throughout the day. W ork
Environment: Combination of medical office and exam/procedure room
settings. OSHA Category This position performs tasks that involve
exposure to blood, body fluids and/or tissues. All employees
performing these duties are offered the opportunity to receive the
Hepatitis-B vaccination series. Equal Opportunity Statement EOE
Disabled/Veteran Praxis Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and
provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and
applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and
harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion,
age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected
veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression,
or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local
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