Job Description
We are seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant who will be responsible for rooming 12-15+ patients daily, working closely with a specific physician. The Medical Assistant will be part of a team to ensure coverage when needed and will handle various tasks including refilling patient prescriptions, fulfilling doctors’ orders, completing prior authorizations, charting in electronic medical records (Epic), taking vital signs with an emphasis on accurate manual blood pressure readings, and communicating test results to patients.
ResponsibilitiesRoom 12-15+ patients per day and work closely with a specific physician.Refill patient prescriptions and fulfill doctors’ orders.Complete prior authorizations and chart in electronic medical records (Epic).Take vital signs, with a focus on accurate manual blood pressure readings.Communicate test results to patients, which constitutes 40-50% of the daily activities.Provide excellent customer service and patient care.Essential SkillsNational Medical Assistant Certification (RMA, NCMA, AAMA, NCCT, etc.).6+ months of Medical Assistant experience (externship experience is acceptable).Experience with EMR/EHR systems, preferably Epic.Strong skills in taking vitals and manual blood pressure readings.Excellent customer service and patient care abilities.Additional Skills & QualificationsAbility to float between Salem and Keizer clinic locations as needed.Proven reliability and good attendance record.Understanding of medical terminology and insurance verification.Work Environment
The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with an initial 5x8 schedule during training, transitioning to a 4x10 schedule once training is complete. The role may require floating between two locations: Salem and Keizer clinics. The medical assistant will be joining a smaller clinic with a strong tenure of medical assistants and a very friendly team of providers and staff. The clinic is a nephrology/dialysis facility with a focus on geriatric patient care. Benefits include 80 hours of PTO, 10 paid holidays, medical, dental, and vision insurance options, short and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance, a 401(k) plan, and more. The clinic environment is collaborative and supportive, with a mission to deliver excellent renal patient care.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Salem,OR.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jun 28, 2025.
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