Experienced Medical Assistant

JOB DETAILS

Job Title: Certified Medical Assistant
Company: Lake Grove Family Medical Clinic

*About Us*

Lake Grove Family Medical Clinic is located in Lake Oswego. We have been providing exceptional patient care for over 37 years. We are more than a team; we are a family and this extends to our patients. Develop positive relationships with patients while assisting clinicians with care.

Join our clinic family and love coming to work!

Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Certified Medical Assistant with a minimum of 3 years’ experience to join our dynamic healthcare team. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in providing high-quality patient care within an outpatient clinic setting. This position requires proficiency in medical terminology, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. The Certified Medical Assistant will assist healthcare providers in delivering comprehensive care, ensuring that patients receive the best possible experience during their visits. This is a full-time position; we are open to part-time.

Duties

• Assist with patient intake, including obtaining medical history reconcile medications, screenings, vital signs, and immunizations. Anticipating the provider’s needs.
• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures by explaining processes and ensuring comfort.
• Assist with medical-surgical procedures.
• Maintain accurate patient records and documentation within electronic health systems.
• Assist provider with daily visit encounters, orders, documentation, and dropping in diagnosis codes verbalized by the provider.
• Schedule appointments and manage patient flow to optimize clinic efficiency.
• Perform routine laboratory tests and prepare specimens for analysis.
• Triage patient calls.
• Call/portal message patient with lab/imaging results.
• Medication refills/prior authorizations.
• Imaging prior authorizations.
• Educate patients on medication management, treatment plans, and preventive care.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals in internal medicine, emergency medicine, geriatrics, and other specialties to provide coordinated care.
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized clinic environment.

Requirements

• Certification as a Medical Assistant from an accredited program is preferred.
• Proficient understanding of medical terminology relevant to outpatient care focused in family medicine.
• Stable work history and verifiable employment references.
• Basic knowledge of ICD-10 coding.
• HIPPA Compliance.
• EHR/EMR experience.
• Experience in a clinical setting is required, particularly in Primary Care/Urgent Care.
• Efficient with all Medical Assisting Duties, *i.e.: Venipuncture, injections, ekg, in-house specimen collection/processing (CLIA), vitals, assist in surgical procedures and gyn procedures, ear lavage, complete and efficient documentation, lab supply ordering, wide knowledge of medications, prior-authorizations, medical records, and care coordination.
• Knowledge of basic life support techniques and emergency procedures.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with providers, patients, and the healthcare team members.
• The ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining attention to detail.
• A commitment to providing compassionate patient care and promoting health education. Join our team of healthcare professionals dedicated to enhancing patient well-being through exceptional service and support. We look forward to welcoming a passionate Certified Medical Assistant who shares our commitment to quality care.

We are looking for someone long-term.

*Benefits *

* We offer medical/prescription, dental, and vision insurance to full-time employees.
* Generous PTO and Paid Holidays
* Pay depends on experience

Work Remotely

* No

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Primary Care
• Urgent Care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Family medicine: 2 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Lake Oswego, OR 97035 (Required)

Work Location: In person