Medical Assistant II - Surgical Clinic $1500 Sign- On Bonus

Company: Mid-Columbia Medical Center
Location: The Dalles
Posted on: September 14, 2022

Job Description:

Overview:
Mid Columbia Medical Center -Outpatient Clinics is now accepting applications for a Certified Medical Assistant to join their exceptional team. -This is a Full-Time position and qualifies for a comprehensive benefits and time-off package. $1500 Sign On Bonus

Responsibilities:
Responsible for providing quality patient care while following established standards and practices under the supervision of a physician, physician assistant, nurse practitioner, or RN. - - Assists the provider, nurse, or other staff with the daily coordination of patient care and patient access. Coordinates patient flow, schedules appointments, procedures, tests and referrals to maintain department/clinic efficiency. Participates in daily operations under the direction of a supervisor, manager and/or Registered Nurse. Demonstrates excellence in customer service during interactions with all customers.

Qualifications:
Education:High School Diploma or equivalentGraduate of an accredited medical assisting program; or equivalent training and experience.Licensure/Certification:Certified or Registered Medical Assistant by an accredited agency or greater than 3 years experience and will obtain certification in 90 days from date of hire.Current BLS certification required.Experience:Six months experience as a back office medical assistant in a clinic setting preferred.Three years experience preferredSkills/Knowledge/Abilities:Ability to work under the general supervision of a physician, physician assistant, nurse practitioner, or registered nurse.Ability to perform basic data entry into the patient's electronic medical records.Demonstrates competence in basic clinical skills and medical terminologyFamiliarity with computers (e.g. email, commonly used software applications, intranet/internet)For scribe duties (at Columbia River Women's Clinic and Columbia Crest Outpatient Specialties- Dermatology only) typing WPM of 45 or greater is required.

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