Medical Assistant Certified

Position Summary

The MA is the person who is responsible for ensuring that ALL patient clinical measures are being addressed and will do so by doing thorough EHR reviews, tracking and documenting all clinical measures/outcomes for patients in EHR. This includes seeing 18/21 patients per day with an assigned provider as well as reaching out to patients who have care gaps.

• Will coordinate and process all patient referrals, for both internal and external services.
• Must be team oriented and work collaboratively with all care team members to provide the best outcomes for the patients and the organization based on the Patient-Centered Medical Home model of care.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span.
• Must be able to assist providers in serving and average of 18/21 patients per day (based on provider type).
• Able to identify and categorize each patient’s age-specific grouping of needs and clinical measures such as those for infant, adolescent, adult or geriatric patients.
• Able to identify the patient’s clinical needs according to diagnosis and follow clinical guideline according to protocol.
• Responsible for the Pre-Huddle preparation and participation in the Care Team Huddle to ensure the collection of all relative clinic forms, quality measures, lab and x-ray reports and review of the Patient Manager and Medication confirmation process and any additional information necessary to be prepared for the patient’s visit.
• Prepares the patient for their visit with the Care Team.
• Responsible for obtaining patient subjective information and vital signs.
• Ensures documentation of all relevant information, care provided and processes engaged in, in accordance with Sea Mar protocol.
• Maintains professional standards and follows the treatment policies and procedures of the organization.
• Administers IM, SubQ and intradermal injections.
• Administers oral, rectal, inhaled medication as ordered by the provider.
• Maintains and reconciles medication and immunization data/list.
• Responsible for medication administration according to protocol.
• Respects the cultural diversity of Sea Mar patients and staff.
• Attends regular staff meetings and in service training.
• Maintains positive collaborative working relationships with co-workers, specialists and community organizations.
• Utilizes AIDET to ensure excellent customer service at each patient visit including escorting each patient to and from the treatment rooms.
• Incoming clinical phone calls will be sent to the MA Supervisor, Nurse Supervisor or Nurse Manager. Any calls referred to you will be resolved in one business day.
• Absolutely ensures proper management of bio-hazardous waste.
• Aids in pharmacy requests.
• Ensures infection control and standard precautions are followed according to Sea Mar policy.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the nursing parameters of the Electronic Health Record and Practice Management Application programs.
• Demonstrates knowledge, proficiency and compliance with regulatory requirements including, but not limited to: Joint Commission, NPSG, Department of Health, Clinical Quality Measures, PCMH, QI and other contractual obligations.
• If works as a Scribe, the MA will demonstrate proficiency as a scribe.
• Maintains patient confidentiality and privacy at all times.
• Ensures compliance with all HIPAA regulations at all times.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• This position requires the candidate to have a Washington State MA-Certificate or possess an MA-Interim License and pass the exam within the 90 day probationary period.
• Possess and maintain a CPR certification.
• Responsibilities will include but are not limited to the following: administer injections and distribute oral medications under physician’s order, assisting the medical providers with charting office visits, performing venipuncture and rooming patients.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.

What We Offer

• Fringe benefits surpass most companies. For example, Full-time employees working 30 hours or more, receive an excellent benefit package of: Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription coverage, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, EAP (Employee Assistance Program), Paid-time-off starting at 24 days per year + 10 paid Holidays.
• We also offer 401(k)/Retirement options and an exciting opportunity to work in a culturally diverse environment.
• How to Apply: To apply for this position, complete the online application and click SUBMIT or APPLY NOW.
• If you have any questions regarding the position, email Virginia Sanchez, MA Supervisor, at VirginiaSanchez@seamarchc.org.
• Sea Mar is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• Posted on 01/23/2024
• External candidates are considered after 01/26/2024
• This position is represented by Office and Professional Employees International Union (OPEIU).