Medical Assistant or LPN - Oncology

Medical Assistant or LPN - Oncology (Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day Position)

Peace Health is seeking a Medical Assistant or LPN for oncology. The salary range for this position is $25.62 – $34.58 for MA and $28.73 – $43.09 for LPN
. Hiring rate depends on education, training, experience, collective bargaining, seniority, etc. A hiring bonus may be available.

• 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, if applicable, anesthesia interview.
• 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 transport specimens.
• 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 the patient to appropriate clinical staff and/or physician.
• Collaborates with a variety of personnel and departments to ensure smooth clinic operations.
• 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.

• Minimum of 1 year (Preferred: clinical experience as an LPN or medical office experience as an MA).

• Required:
  
  Upon Hire Washington State MA certification (MA-C) or LPN licensure.
• Required:
  
  Basic Life Support (BLS) from American Heart Association or American Red Cross at date of hire.
• Preferred:
  National Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) (for MA).

• Demonstrated knowledge of 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 multidisciplinary team members (Required).
• Proficiency in the use of computer and office equipment (Required).
• 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).

Lifting
:
Patient handling no greater than 35 lbs. without assistive equipment.

Fine motor skills to grasp and control medical equipment and perform precise procedures.

Push/Pull:
Frequently up to 45 lbs. force (e.g., medical carts).

Perform hands‑on CPR at least 20 mins using 100‑125 lbs. of force (frequency seldom or occasionally).

Ability to move around area with frequent sitting; bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, kneeling frequently; lifting non‑patient up to 20 lbs. occasionally and 5 lbs. frequently.

Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles; work in noisy environment; vision and hearing within normal limits; communication skills required.

Peace Health offers a comprehensive total rewards package: full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403(b) retirement plan with employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer‑paid life and disability insurance with optional buy‑up; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits; expanded EAP and mental health program.

Peace Health is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility. EEO, affirmative action, employer/Vets/disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.

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