Certified Medical Assistant

Neurosurgery Medical Assistant

Assists practitioner in performance of procedures, telephone prescription orders/refills, maintaining patient records and relaying test results.

Neurosurgery services treat the brain, spine and peripheral nerve injuries and diseases. Backed by one of only four Level II trauma hospitals in the state of Oregon, we offer advanced, local care for a stroke or other neurological disorders whether they are emergent or the result of a longtime problem. Some of the disorders that we treat include: Back and neck problems, Head and spine trauma, Brain and spine tumors. Our outpatient clinic, Samaritan Neurosurgery, focuses on creating a partnership with the patient, the primary care provider and the neurosurgeon through quality communication and collaboration. Working together, we explore options for the most effective treatments and make decisions that support positive outcomes for the patient.

Experience/Education/Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Registered or Certified Medical Assistant required.
• Healthcare Provider BLS required.
• Previous medical back office experience/medical assistant training, or completion of a Medical Assistant/Certified Medical Assistant program preferred.
• Experience in applicable specialty area preferred.
• Lab/EKG experience preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Patient Care - Possess the skills and knowledge needed to assist and care for others. Ability to recognize symptoms, drug properties and interactions, treatments, and preventive health-care measures within scope of practice.
• Adaptability/Flexibility - Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to situations that may arise with high risk or diverse patient populations. Ability to adjust actions in relation to others and adapt to offer best possible care to patients.
• Communication - Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues. Ability to perform group presentations and listen to and understand complex information and ideas.
• Team Building - Ability to work, function and communicate on a multi-disciplinary team. Possess the knowledge and skills to develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others and maintain them over time.
• Medical Terminology - Knowledge of medical records, procedures and terminology. Ability to read, interpret, and apply policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Social Perceptiveness - Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and/or communicating with patients and caregivers. Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.

Physical Demands

Rarely (1 - 10% of the time) - Occasionally (11 - 33% of the time) - Frequently (34 - 66% of the time) - Continually (67 – 100% of the time)

WALK - INCLINELIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 LbsLIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 20 - 40 LbsPUSH (0-20 pounds force)PULL (0-20 pounds force) - CLIMB - STAIRSLIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 LbsLIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 LbsLIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 LbsLIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 LbsSQUAT RepetitiveKNEEL (on knees)REACH - ForwardREACH - Upward - SITSTANDWALK - LEVEL SURFACELIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 LbsSQUAT Static (hold >30 sec)BEND FORWARD at waistROTATE TRUNK SittingROTATE TRUNK StandingFINGER DEXTERITYPINCH FingersGRASP Hand/Fist - CARRY 1-handed, 0 - 20 poundsCARRY 2-handed, 0 - 20 poundsMANUAL DEXTERITY Hands/wrists