What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at West Salem Family Practice Associates?
Want to actually enjoy coming to work?
Rather than traditional insurance-based care, West Salem Family Practice is transitioning to a Direct Primary Care model that values quality over quantity so our patients (and staff) experience unrushed visits and more time to connect.
At West Salem Family Practice, you’ll work with an experienced physician and help care for their personal patient panel. We are looking for someone who is interested in a long-term position. We pride ourselves on maintaining an office where staff feel like family, and almost all of our staff have been with us for >5 years.
Are you a good fit?
We're looking for a certified medical assistant who is reliable, detail-oriented, and responsive to feedback. Excellent and empathetic communication skills are a must. If that sounds like you, we’d love to talk!
Why you'll love working at WSFP:
- Monday–Thursday schedule
- No weekends
- No major holidays
- Competitive benefits package
- Paid Time Off
- Work directly with an experienced physician in a relationship-focused practice
- Simple EHR (Atlas.md) without insurance billing hassles
- Opportunity for a salaried position
Core Clinical Duties
- Patient Intake: Room patients, record accurate medical histories, and measure vital signs (BP, pulse, temp, weight).
- Provider Support: Assist physicians with minor bedside procedures, examinations, and medical treatments.
- Injections: Administer routine injections.
- Lab Work: Perform basic on-site laboratory testing, collect specimens, and perform phlebotomy/venipuncture as required.
Administrative Duties
- Documentation: Promptly and accurately document all patient encounters using our Electronic Health Records (EHR) system.
- Patient Care Coordination: Manage prescription refill requests, specialized test documentation, and specialist referrals.
- Supplies Management: Keep clinical inventory stocked and report equipment maintenance needs.
Job Requirements
- Education: Graduation from an accredited Medical Assisting program.
- Certification: Active CMA (AAMA) or RMA (AMT) certification required (or obtainment within 60 days of hire).
- Physical Stamina: Ability to stand, walk, and lift up to 25 pounds throughout the workday.
Salary : $25 - $30