Medical Assistant or LPN Clinic - Pulmonary

Medical Assistant or LPN Clinic - Pulmonary

Apply for the Medical Assistant or LPN Clinic - Pulmonary position at Peace Health
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Peace Health is seeking a Medical Assistant or LPN Clinic - Pulmonary for a part‑time, 0.80 FTE, day position.

The salary range for this opening is $24.99 – $33.73 for MA and $26.70 – $40.06 for LPN Clinic. Hiring rate depends on education, training, experience, collective agreement terms, seniority, etc. A hiring bonus may be available.

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In collaboration with the healthcare team, assists physicians/providers in delivering patient care within the scope of practice.

• Prepares patients for examination and treatment or anesthesia interview as applicable. Takes and records patient history and vital signs as applicable.
• Prepares exam and/or treatment rooms; selects, sets up and maintains medical supplies and equipment for all examinations, procedures and/or anesthesia interview as applicable.
• Collaborates with a variety of personnel and departments to ensure smooth clinic operations.
• Gives injections, applies splints and dressings, and facilitates simple wound management under provider orders.
• Prepares and maintains supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization.
• May assist in scheduling patients for tests, initial and follow‑up appointments.
• May maintain patient files, records, and other information including entry of data into electronic medical record.
• May provide phone screening of patient to appropriate clinical staff and/or physician.
• May transport specimens.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant/Medical Office Assistant program, MA Apprenticeship program, or accredited State Board of Nursing LPN program.
• Current Washington State MA Certified licensure or LPN licensure.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association or American Red Cross at date of hire.

• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age‑specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs. (Required)
• Ability to maintain patient privacy and confidentiality. (Required)
• Ability to collaborate with other multi‑disciplinary team members. (Required)
• Proficiency in the use of computer and office equipment. Familiarity with desktop computing tools, multi‑line phone systems and insurance billing preferred. (Required)
• Ability to efficiently manage time and prioritize multiple tasks. (Required)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills. (Required)
• Understand the principles of asepsis if applicable. (Required)

Peace Health is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package, including full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403(b) retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer‑paid life and disability insurance with additional buy‑up coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits; and expanded EAP and mental health program.

For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application.

EEO:
Peace Health is an equal opportunity employer. This employer also complies with affirmative action, veterans, and disabled employment laws.

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