We are looking for a resourceful Certified Medical Assistant to join our productive team at CommonSpirit Health in Pendleton, OR.
Growing your career as a Full Time Certified Medical Assistant is an amazing opportunity to develop competitive skills.
If you are strong in critical thinking, cooperation and have the right personality for the job, then apply for the position of Certified Medical Assistant at CommonSpirit Health today!
CHI St. Anthony Hospital is a 25 bed licensed for 49 faith-based acute care level four trauma critical access hospital and healthcare campus serving the Pendleton Oregon area for more than 100 years. We are committed to the highest quality of patient care and safety; and to strengthening our community through wellness education. CHI St. Anthony Hospital is designed specifically to ensure that our physicians nurses and healthcare professionals can continue to provide extraordinary care for our patients. The 103000 square foot hospital features 4 operations rooms 11 emergency rooms 30 private patient rooms and the latest medical equipment. St. Anthony Hospital has plenty of room to grow as needed by the community and will continue to provide the safest quality of care possible. St. Anthony Hospital was also named one of the top patient experience hospitals in 2021. CHI St. Anthony is a member of CommonSpirit Health the largest not-for-profit health care system in the nation boasting an integrated network of top quality hospitals with physicians from the most prestigious medical schools and comprehensive outpatient services-all recognized for quality safety and service. To learn more go to While you're busy impacting the healthcare industry, we'll take care of you with benefits that may include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, adoption assistance, annual bonus eligibility, and more!
Job Summary: Provides care and support to patients under the direction of the physician and/or mid-level provider. Contributes to the planning and delivery of patient focused care.
Essential Key Job Responsibilities Greet and prepare patients for the practitioner. Obtain and record vital signs and other appropriate information, such as height, weight, drug allergies, current medications and presenting problem. Assist with diagnostic tests and clinical procedures to appropriate level of training and established procedures. Administer ordered medications via oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular or intradermal routes under direction of Nurse Practitioner or Charge RN. Manage patient flow ensuring enough time for patient and family education. Prepare, clean and sterilize instruments and maintain equipment; keep patient exam rooms clean and orderly; dispose of contaminated items according to the Exposure Control Plan; anticipate Practitioner's needs for medications, supplies and equipment and plan accordingly. Document procedures and interactions in patient's medical record. Provide patient mobility assistance, as necessary. Schedule patient appointments and perform other clerical duties as needed. Screens, communicates and responds to patient needs appropriately. Actively participate in continuing education, required meetings and participates in committees as requested Uses Standard Precautions including personal protective equipment for anticipated contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials. Perform other duties as assigned Required Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED equivalent Minimum four (4) years of experience in a medical field Required Licensure and Certifications: Current AHA BLS certification Certified or eligible for State Certification as a Medical Assistant or registered as National Medical Assistant Preferred Qualifications: Four (4) years of experience as a Medical Assistant in a clinic or acute care setting Non-Certified MA's are highly encouraged to apply Benefits of working as a Certified Medical Assistant in Pendleton, OR:
? Excellent benefits
? Advancement opportunities
? Attractive package
