Clinic Medical Assistant - Full Time

Interested in helping grow a healthcare model based on trusting relationships, joy in work, and health equity? Orchid Health might be just the place for you! Orchid Health was founded over 10 years ago with the belief that the most effective way to improve the health of our communities is through integrated patient-centered care that takes the time to listen to and build trusting relationships with each patient. We currently see thousands of patients at our Oregon clinic locations, all supported by a talented, passionate, and dedicated staff. Our mission is to advance a new model for community health to thrive based on relationships, joy in work, and health equity. Pillar 1: Employee Well-Being Community Health Financial Sustainability Why work for Orchid Health? At Orchid Health, we're moving away from traditional top-down management to something more human: self-management. Our teams work together to make most day-to-day decisions, without a clinic manager giving direction. This structure reduces bureaucracy, supports collaboration, and makes work more meaningful. Orchid's team members have abundant opportunities to expand their professional skills in a supportive environment, participate in community outreach efforts, and enjoy a robust benefits package. 401(k) with a company match and financial planning and wellness resources available at no cost.

• A Continuing Education / Continuing Medical Education budget for all team members
• An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides mental health support, financial planning, and lifestyle training opportunities, at no cost to employees
• 8 paid holidays, plus your birthday off!
• Free care at our clinics for team members and their families
• Orchid Health's McKenzie River Clinic is located in Blue River, Oregon, on Highway 126, east of Eugene/Springfield. Aptly named for the striking blue color of its rocky bed, Blue River is a charming community located at the confluence of the Blue and McKenzie rivers in the Willamette National Forest. This is a part-time role that is not benefits eligible.

Document an accurate Patient History according to the guidelines you have been given, specifically Family History, Social History, Health History, and Surgeries. Accurately record patient vitals including weight, height, blood pressure, heart rate, pulse oximetry, respiratory rate, head circumference, body measurements if indicated. Accurately record patient medications and input patient information into their electronic health record, and update the medication list accurately at each visit. Process prescription refills per your level of medical knowledge under supervision of a provider, following prescription refill standing orders. Perform blood draws and process patient labs according to protocols. Follow all Infectious Disease protocols. Perform and analyze patient urinalysis, pregnancy, blood sugar, hematocrit, hemoglobin, HGBA1C, INR, or other POC Tests available in our clinic. Keep proper logs of testing, equipment, calibration, and other legal requirements. Consult with patients over the phone and in person to determine the level of injury or ailment that the patient is experiencing within MA scope of practice - follow Triage Protocol Guidelines and refer to Provider for questions not included in Manual. Input preventive health screening information into patient charts as required and initiate orders per Standing Order Guidelines and Recommendations. Perform other procedures if trained and skill has been documented, i.e. Diabetic Foot Exams or Splinting or Suture Removal or Allergy Testing. Administer immunizations and thoroughly understand immunization schedules and side effects. Management of Vaccines, Documentation, Monitoring - per VFC and RHC Protocols. Audit patient charts to determine if preventative health metrics are being met. Maintain Preventive Health Lists according to the guidelines given. Manage medical supply/medication inventory as instructed by the office manager. Keep Lab Area and Exam Rooms stocked and ready for use. Document accurately in the medical chart all conversations, occurrences, or patient interactions. Fax or Scan Documents if needed, Schedule patient appointments if needed. There may be other tasks not included on this list that fall within the standard scope of Medical Assistant responsibilities. Minimum of one full year of experience in a primary care office. Current national certification for Medical Assistant. Experienced with phlebotomy. While in the clinic, team members may be exposed to viruses, disease, and infection from patients and specimens in the working environment. Team members may be required to work for extended periods of time at a computer. Team members use standard office equipment, such as computers, phones, and e-fax. The employee may be regularly required to use hands and fingers to operate a computer, telephone, and keyboard. This position requires intermittent physical activity, including standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, reaching, and crouching, as well as lifting and supporting patients. Computer work is required for in-clinic positions. Travel: Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area may be expected on occasion (CME events, or activities involving other Orchid Health Clinics). It is the policy of Orchid Health to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Orchid Health will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.