Medical Assistant
Medical Assistant Qualifications
- Graduation from an accredited medical assisting program.
- Washington State Medical Assistant Certification (ACTIVE) upon hire.
- 1 year of healthcare experience (preferred, not required)
Medical Assistant Responsibilities
- Cover patient scheduling and flow and accompany them to examination rooms.
- Record patient medical histories, take and record vitals, and record lab results and other confidential information for medical records.
- Aid physicians with medical treatments and exams, including giving injections and taking samples as needed.
- Prepare exam rooms and clean medical instruments between patients.
- Manage medical supply inventory, restocking exam rooms as needed.
- Aid patients with any questions they may have.
- Adhere to HIPAA and OSHA standards at all times
Medical Assistant Position Summary
In this transformative period at Cardiac Study Center/Pulse Heart Institute, Medical Assistants are integral to our journey towards excellence in cardiology. They are crucial in blending clinical skills with compassionate patient care, ensuring both efficient operations and meaningful patient interactions within our outpatient cardiology settings. This role not only positions Medical Assistants at the heart of clinical decision-making but also fosters their professional growth through strong peer connections and open communication, setting the stage for an enriching career in cardiology.
Environment and Shift Details
This role is full-time, 40 hours/week, 8-hour Monday – Friday—closed weekends and holidays.
Pay and Benefit Expectations
Cardiac Study Center/ Pulse Heart Institute provides a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental, and retirement benefits, and paid time off. As various pay transparency laws require, CSC/ PHI shares a competitive compensation range for candidates hired into each position. The starting pay for this position is $22.96, and the pay scale is $22.96 - $41.61 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to skill set, level of experience, certification(s), and/or education.