MEDICAL ASSISTANT - Newport Hospital and Health Services : Job Details

Primary scheduled hours - 80 hours per pay period - Day shiftJob Summary: Provides patient care in an office setting. Provides care that meets the psychosocial, physical and general aspects of care; meets the communication needs of patient and family; provides care that reflects initiative and responsibility indicative of professional expectations, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and/or physician. Maintains regulatory requirements, nursing and office policies, procedures and standards. Communicates with physicians and team members about patient's clinical condition, including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology.Essential Job Functions:

• Performs all aspects of patient care, within licensure, in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
• Supports and maintains a culture of safety and quality.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care to the patients served, with assistance of medical staff.
• Medical asepsis is carried out during all patient care.
• Ability to position and prep patients for office procedures, as directed by an APP or Physician.
• Communicates appropriately and clearly to co-workers, physicians, and office leadership.
• Demonstrates the ability to gather chief complaints and vital signs for office visits, as directed by an APP or Physician.
• Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and religious/spiritual needs of patients and family.

Education Background and ExperienceMinimum Education:Successful completion of a Medical Assistant Program.Required Licensure / Certifications:Medical Assistant Certification with the State of WARequired Experience:Strong Computer Skills. Typing accuracy.Preferred Qualifications:Previous EMR experience. Knowledge of HIPAA. Proficient in taking Patient Vitals.Professional Requirements:

• Maintain regulatory requirements
• Report to work on time and as scheduled; complete work within designated timelines.
• Demonstrates the ability to adhere to the mission, ethics and goals of the District.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate with patients, guests and staff in a courteous, respectful and helpful manner.

Compensation/How We Care For You:Successful candidates typically begin between the beginning and midpoint of the compensation range dependent on qualifications/experience and receive compensation in increments increases annually.Comprehensive benefit package including:

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• Retirement with a 6% dollar for dollar employer match
• Life and Disability Insurance
• AFLAC
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Bonus, if eligible upon Board approval
• Gym membership
• Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment Opportunities

Newport Hospital & Health Services (NHHS) is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. NHHS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.NHHS employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.NHHS is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities.