Medical Assistant

**Job Summary** Medical Assistant Cascade Orthopedics and Sports Medicine Center is currently looking to add a PART TIME, 2-3 days a week Medical Assistant to our busy practice. This is a split location position, between our two clinics in The Dalles and Hood River. Certified Nursing Assistants and Certified/Registered Medical Assistants are encouraged to apply. Certified Medical Assistant Apprenticeship program available to employees that meet worked hourly requirements **Responsibilities and Duties** Medical assistants may be responsible for performing a variety of clerical and clinical tasks, depending on the size and needs of their workplace. Clerical Tasks: * Managing office telephone systems, including answering calls and returning messages * Scheduling patient appointments and maintaining communication to confirm future appointments * Documenting patients' medical information, including medical history and health insurance information * Performing data entry tasks to document patient records within facility databases and maintaining patient files * Coordinating daily office activities, greeting patients and checking patients in and out for their appointments Clinical Tasks * Recording patients' vital signs, documenting physicians' notes and changes in medical conditions * Taking tissue and fluid samples and sending them in for laboratory analysis * Blood draws for in-house PRP injections * Prepping exam rooms for clinical procedures and assisting practitioners with patient care * Assisting physicians during routine checkups, outpatient procedures and other physical exams * Monitoring and documenting patient symptoms for physicians' review during clinical exams * Providing compassionate patient support and care, attention and assistance during office visits * Preparing and administering medications under the direction of supervising physicians **Qualifications and Skills** Working knowledge of medical terminology. Proficient use of computers, software and experience using an EMR. Excellent communication skills and an ability to work with different members of the healthcare team. Knowledge of physical exam process in order to transcribe any medication, lab tests, radiology tests and follow up instructions as dictated by the Provider. Complete understanding of HIPAA rules and regulations. Professional and discrete manner. **Preferred Background** 1-2 years in a medical setting Background as a Medical Assistant, Nurse or other medical position requiring thorough knowledge of medical terminology. Background or experience in Medical Coding or Pharmacy would also be considered. Student in a medical field of study or student in process of applying for medical school. Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour Benefits: * 401(k) matching * On-the-job training * Paid sick time * Paid time off * Paid training Work Location: In person