Certified Medical Assistant Float ($5,000 Sign-On Bonus + Pay Differential)

About the role

Kinwell is seeking a Float Certified Medical Assistant to support our three clinics in Ballard, Denny Way, and Westlake in Seattle, Washington. This role involves providing coverage for sick and vacation time across our clinics, greeting patients, preparing them for physical examinations, assisting physicians during patient examinations, and managing clinic and clinician schedules.

Responsibilities

• Provide coverage for sick and vacation time across our clinics in Seattle, Washington.
• Greet patients and prepare them for physical examinations, including obtaining vital signs, weight, height, reviewing medications and medical history, allergies, and performing all ancillary tests required.
• Absorb and communicate patient status and needs to the clinician and assist with check-out and follow-up duties for patients.
• Assist with managing clinic and clinician schedules to maximize efficiency and patient flow.
• Collaborate with Patient Care Coordinators (PCC) to review visit schedules and support daily clinical huddles.
• Facilitate daily huddle review of visit schedule for any patients requiring assistance from multiple care team resources or who have special needs or considerations for a successful visit.
• Ensure accurate record-keeping and documentation of patient visits, tests, and treatments in the electronic medical records (EMR) system.
• Follow HIPAA guidelines and safety rules as outlined in training.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to discussions regarding patient care, clinic operations, and workflow improvements.

Requirements

• Certification as a Medical Assistant (CMA) by time of hire.
• Active Washington state certification through the Department of Health (DOH) as a Certified Medical Assistant or Interim Certified Medical Assistant.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to reliably travel between our clinics in Western Washington to cover shifts as needed.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care strongly preferred at time of hire from American Heart Association (AHA), Red Cross, or Military Training Network (MTN) or willingness to obtain within 6-months of hire.
• Experience using EPIC (Preferred).
• Demonstrated clinical expertise and proficiency in clinical procedures.
• Demonstrated focus on ensuring quality in patient care.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems.
• Excellent communication and ability to gather history and current conditions from patients prior to appointments.
• Independent decision-making skills and ability to influence others to resolve issues.
• Ability to work as a member of a team or independently without supervision or direction.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise judgment to handle sensitive and confidential information in a discreet and professional manner.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Active Washington state certification through the Department of Health (DOH) as a Certified Medical Assistant or Interim Certified Medical Assistant.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care strongly preferred at time of hire from American Heart Association (AHA), Red Cross, or Military Training Network (MTN) or willingness to obtain within 6-months of hire.
• Experience using EPIC (Preferred).
• Demonstrated clinical expertise and proficiency in clinical procedures.
• Demonstrated focus on ensuring quality in patient care.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems.
• Excellent communication and ability to gather history and current conditions from patients prior to appointments.
• Independent decision-making skills and ability to influence others to resolve issues.
• Ability to work as a member of a team or independently without supervision or direction.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise judgment to handle sensitive and confidential information in a discreet and professional manner.

Skills

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
• Active Washington state certification as a Certified Medical Assistant or Interim Certified Medical Assistant
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care
• Experience using EPIC
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Attention to detail
• Proficiency in Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems

Benefits

• $5,000 sign on bonus for external applicants and eligible rehires for this position.
• 10% pay differential for employees in the Float Medical Assistant role.
• +7.5% pay differential for employees assigned to a home location in a qualifying Kinwell Clinic, which is currently our Ballard, Denny Way, and Westlake clinics.

Pay

The pay for this role will vary based on a range of factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographic location, market conditions, and specific skills and experience. National Plus Salary Range $55,200.00 - $82,800.00 National Plus salary range is used in higher cost of labor markets including Western Washington and Alaska.