Medical Assistant at Aviva Health in Myrtle Creek, Oregon

Job description

• The Medical Assistant will perform certain clinical duties. Clinical duties may include taking and recording vital signs, administering medications, and direct care duties as needed and in accordance with established policies and procedures. The MA will complete a training program as directed by the MA Coordinator.

Responsibilities

• Room patients which includes obtaining vital signs, verifying medications (medication reconciliation), medical history, and obtaining other pertinent information.
• Assist physicians and nurses as needed.
• Perform EKG’s.
• Perform peak flows/spirometry.
• Administer O2 as directed by provider.
• Administer respiratory treatments as directed by provider.
• Perform in-office labs and UDS.
• Perform routine prescription refills under the supervision of the MA Lead.
• Enter orders for medication and labs as directed by provider.
• Scrub charts/huddle with provider and team daily.
• Perform normal lab call backs.
• Injections and immunization administration.
• Assist with procedures.
• Non-complicated wound care.
• Suture/staple removal AFTER seen by provider.
• Stock and clean rooms.
• Assist team with desktop items.
• Expected to be prepared to begin each shift at the scheduled time, meet attendance standards and work the hours necessary to perform the essential functions of the jobs
• Conform to safety work ethics, be flexible and show dedication to the position and community
• Demonstrate a positive attitude, is respectful and possesses cultural awareness and sensitivity with all clients, co-workers, and others.
• Demonstrate a keen understanding of HIPAA regulations and uphold the confidentiality of patient information at all times.

Requirements

• Incumbents are required to have demonstrated basic knowledge and abilities in the following areas:
• Minimum 1-year experience in Hospital or Clinical setting
• CCMA preferred or the ability to obtain National Certification within two years of date of hire with Aviva Health.
• Current BLS certification (maintaining current certification is required for continued employment Aviva Health).
• Ability to work independently, detail oriented, organized, work effectively under pressure, and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated knowledge of office procedures, patient flow, triage and scheduling.
• Have an understanding of basic medical terminology.

Skills

Required

• Basic knowledge in clinical duties
• Ability to work independently
• Detail oriented
• Organized
• Work effectively under pressure
• Meet deadlines
• Current BLS certification

Benefits

• Monday - Friday Scheduling
• Paid Holidays
• PTO
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
• 403(b) Retirement with Employer Match
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Work-life balance as a Blue Zones participant
• $20.03 - $26.46