Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant Summary of Duties: Provides general medical assistant care to patients as applicable, and as directed by standing protocols. Administers, discards, and logs prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with standards. Returns phone calls as needed. Communicates with providers and other team members in a clear and concise manner. Attends meetings as required. Utilizes, learns and trains staff in clinic’s software applications as appropriate. Follows all office policies and procedures either written or verbal. Understands and supports the office’s HIPAA privacy practices. Maintains strictest confidentiality. Participates in professional development activities, maintains professional affiliations and promotes positive staff interactions. Performs other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities Required: Knowledge of medical assistant theory and practice to provide and evaluate patient care. Knowledge or organizational policies, regulations, and procedures to administer patient care. Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care. Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to maintain a safe working environment. Skill in applying and modifying the principles, methods, and techniques of a medical assistant to provide on-going patient care. Skill in identifying problems and recommending solutions. Skill in assisting with a variety of treatments and medications as directed. Skill in developing and maintaining department quality assurance. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public. Ability to maintain quality control standards. Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergent situations. Ability to read, understand, and respond to detailed oral and written instructions. Ability to communicate clearly with competency in language, grammar, and spelling in both verbal and written form. Basic computing skills including keyboarding and familiarity with Microsoft Windows. Medical Assistant Certification or ability to acquire within 1 year of hire. CPR certification required. ACLS certification (optional but preferred). Education/Experience: High school diploma or equivalent required. Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant training program required. Previous experience in a clinic setting preferred. Compensation/Benefits: Full-time / FLSA non-exempt status $17.00 - $25.00 per hour (DOE) Job Type: Full-time Pay: $17.00 - $25.00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Medical Specialty: Internal Medicine Primary Care Schedule: Monday to Friday No weekends Education: High school or equivalent (Required) License/Certification: Certification through accredited Medical Assisting program (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Ability to Commute: Portland, OR 97219 (Required) Work Location: In person