EMT

Clinic Technician (EMT)

Join Our Team in Beautiful Lincoln City! We're seeking a compassionate and skilled Clinic Technician (EMT) to support a respected and experienced Internal Medicine provider with a full and complex patient panel. This is a vital role in a collaborative, patient-centered clinic where your contributions directly impact quality care and provider efficiency. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, value teamwork, and are looking for a meaningful role in a supportive coastal community we'd love to meet you!

This position will receive an hourly differential (additional compensation) in addition to the base hourly rate.

Job Summary/Purpose

• Assists practitioner in performance of procedures, telephone prescription orders/refills, maintaining patient records and relaying test results. Performs delegated tasks of direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a physician or mid-level practitioner.

Department Description

• Samaritan Lincoln City Clinic provides primary health care for all family members from newborns to seniors through their pediatrics, family medicine and internal medicine providers, with a focus on compassion, dignity and respect. The health care team may include doctors, nurse practitioners, physician associates, behavioral health specialists, medical assistants and other clinic staff members working together to help patients maintain the best possible health. They encourage and offer preventive care including annual exams, health screenings and counseling regarding health and lifestyle.

Experience/Education/Qualifications

• Current unencumbered Oregon Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic licensure required.

• Healthcare Provider BLS required.

• Experience or training in medical terminology preferred.

• Lab/EKG experience preferred.

• Electronic Medical Record (EMR) 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.