New 
Medical Assistant/Certified MA- Surgery Clinic
 Salem Health | |
life insurance, paid time off, 401(k), retirement plan, relocation assistance
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 United States, Oregon, Salem | |
 Dec 03, 2024 | |
| Location Site: Salem Hospital Main Campus Department: SHMG Surgery Clinic Position Type: Full Time (40 Hours/Week)Start Time: 7:00am Mon-FriSalem Health OverviewPioneering healthcare since 1896, Salem Health is a top workplace offering highly competitive pay where you can make a difference in the lives of those in the community where you live. Through incorporation of Lean driven principles, staff are able effect change in the organization to solve problems, and drive continuous improvement. As an employer of choice, we are devoted to assuring that we provide a safe, healthy, and patient-centric workplace, while keeping staff wellbeing and satisfaction top of mind. We invite you to learn more about our wonderful community: There's something about Salem, Oregon! Your Role With Us: Certified Medical Assistant- Surgery Clinic Primary Functions of this role:1.Assesses patients and obtains brief history. Alerts physicians to potential life-threatening situations. Recognizes critical diagnostic data and alerts the physician in a timely fashion. Recognizes changes in patient condition and reports appropriately. 2. Assesses and documents patient's vital signs and other pertinent information upon admission. Reassesses patient's condition following therapeutic intervention. 3. Coordinates the execution of all physician orders. Determines priorities of care and intervenes in those cases falling outside the parameters of normal clinic protocol4.Communicates with co-workers to facilitate continuity of care and maintenance of steady patient progress through the department. 5.Ensures adequate discharge instructions are given to each patient, that family members are included in discharge instructions if available, that patients are referred for future care appropriately, and the community resource information is available to patients. 6.Performs waived laboratory testing procedures according to protocols; demonstrates continued competency in patient testing, quality control and proficiency testing.7. Accurately documents patient visits, telephone calls, refill requests and other encounters in Epic Ambulatory, ensuring others are able to follow events with certainty. 8.Demonstrates adequate knowledge of and dedication to adhering to organizational, departmental and regulatory compliance standards. Total Rewards Offerings: Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations and professional growth.Relocation assistance available for qualified positionsFull comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plansBasic and voluntary life insuranceShort and long-term disabilityLive Well Wellness ProgramEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) 401(K) retirement plan with employer contributions.Generous paid time off (PTO) accrual and holiday pay Onsite fitness center with 24/7 badge accessEducation assistance programPublic service loan forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer https://studentaid.gov/Food and drink discounts in the cafeteriaImpressive discounts offered by Nike, Adidas, Carhartt and othersBackground/Expertise: Minimum of one (1) year directly transferable experience strongly preferred. Not required.National certification from NCCT, NHA, AMT, or AAMA required at time of hire.Basic Life Support certification required at time of hire Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact my.recruiter@salemhealth.org | |