Certified Medical Assistant

About the role

The Certified Medical Assistant supports clinical operations by rooming patients, collecting vital signs, and performing point-of-care testing. They are also responsible for documenting data in the EMR system and providing patient education regarding medications and care plans.

Responsibilities

• Check in patients and record vital signs, medication history, drug allergy verification, review of symptoms list.
• Conduct preliminary tests as appropriate based on the problem list or patient’s presenting symptoms.
• Enter all data into the EMR system.
• Perform procedures without error in a timely fashion as ordered by the provider.
• Responsible for patient education including but not limited to medications, care planning, disease process understanding, environmental controls, and device teaching.
• Document specific take home messages to the patient in the EMR system.
• Take inventory of supplies and re-stock as needed.
• Maintain sample medications, and printed information for patients.
• Turn exam room to prepare for next patient.

Requirements

• A current Washington State CMA license.
• Completion of the 7 hours state mandated AIDS/HIV training program.
• CPR/First aid for healthcare professionals card.
• Washington state-insured Medical Assistant certification or registration proof.
• Comprehension of EMR/HER recordkeeping system for delivery of healthcare.
• Prior experience on Athena, Epic, GE or other system is required.
• Self-motivation, empathy, and stellar interpersonal skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to multitask.
• Enthusiasm and desire to participate as a team member and gain a variety of technical skills.
• A history of working in an outpatient setting, preferably in asthma/allergy, ENT, pediatric, or dermatology specialty offices.

About Us

Allergies, asthma, and immune diseases can have a drastic effect on an individual’s quality of life. As the largest asthma and allergy practice in Washington State, we are dedicated to providing solutions that improve the quality of life for infants, children, and adults affected by allergy, asthma, sinus disease, eczema, hives, and immune system disorders. For decades, we have been dedicated to providing individually focused care from a team of award-winning Board certified/eligible physicians and highly trained, compassionate support staff. We are committed to listening carefully and treating each patient with kindness, respect, and courtesy. We apply our specialized knowledge to deliver patient-centered, cost-effective care with compassion and integrity.

Benefits

• Medical PPO
• Dental PPO
• Vision
• Employer paid Life and AD&D
• Employer paid LTD
• Profit sharing and 401k plan
• PTO - 21 days accrued per year

Pay

Pay Range $24.00 to $32.00 per hour

Schedule

This is a non-exempt position that is paid by the hour. Work Location and Hours of Operations: Northwest Asthma and Allergy – 9725 3rd Ave NE Suite 500, Seattle 98115 Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm