Medical Assistant Certified - Rheumatology

$3,000 Sign On Bonus for Certified Medical Assistants! No experience necessary. Must have active MA-C license and be an external applicant. Requires 1 year commitment to Confluence Health.

About the role

The Medical Assistant Certified will assist the provider and health care team in providing excellent customer service and quality patient care by performing a variety of clerical and patient-related tasks.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients in a prompt and friendly manner and prepare patient for exam; in conjunction with clinical team to maintain timely flow of patients.
• Obtain and record appropriate vital signs (weight, height, blood pressure, pulse, respirations, and temperature), per department protocols or guidelines in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Obtain patient medical history and reason for visit; document accurately to maintain a complete and legally correct medical record.
• Administer injections and medications as directed by the provider.
• Assist in procedures and minor emergencies, as directed by the provider or RN within the Medical Assistant Certified scope of practice.
• Schedule lab, x-ray, and other tests as directed by the provider.
• Instruct the patient in routine collection of samples, testing procedures, and general requirements by specific departments.
• Provide follow-up lab results and callbacks to patients as delegated.
• Communicate with patients, relay important information to the provider, and provide follow-up to the patient. Tasks may include contacting the pharmacy with medication orders.
• Maintain clean exam rooms, clean instruments, and stock items for use in the exam and procedure rooms.
• Maintain active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.
• Duties may include but are not limited to: injections, managing rooming and patient flow, pre-visit preparation, assisting with the patient visit, post-visit duties, informing the provider of schedule changes that impact patient flow, front office activities, scheduling tasks, and reporting test results as directed by the provider.
• Demonstrate Standards of Behavior and adhere to the Code of Conduct in all aspects of job performance at all times.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED.
• Accredited Medical Assisting program graduate, or enrolled in externship program, OR Medical Assistant Apprentice with completion of the curriculum, passed the CCMA exam, and is awaiting InReach committee consideration to receive Medical Assistant-Certified (CM) Licensure.
• Active Medical Assistant Interim (IC) or Medical Assistant-Certified (CM) license through the Washington State Department of Health or Internal Apprentice awaiting licensure.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Medical Assistant in an ambulatory care setting (desired).
• Basic computer skills (desired).

Physical/Sensory Demands

O = Occasional, represents 1 to 25% or up to 30 minutes in a 2 hour workday. F = Frequent, represents 26 to 50% or up to 1 hour of a 2 hour workday. C = Continuous, represents 51% to 100% or up to 2 hours of a 2 hour workday.

• Walking - F
• Sitting/Standing - C
• Reaching: Shoulder Height - O
• Reaching: Above shoulder height - O
• Reaching: Below shoulder height - C
• Climbing - Not specified
• Pulling/Pushing: 25 pounds or less - F
• Pulling/Pushing: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - F
• Pulling/Pushing: Over 50 pounds - F
• Lifting: 25 pounds or less - F
• Lifting: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - O
• Lifting: Over 50 pounds - O
• Carrying: 25 pounds or less - F
• Carrying: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - O
• Carrying: Over 50 pounds - O
• Kneeling - O
• Bending/Stooping/Crouching - F
• Twisting/Turning - F
• Repetitive Movement - C

Working Conditions

• Work is performed at a work station and in patient exam rooms, where space may be limited and confined.
• Requires a combination of working closely with others.
• Hours may be irregular at times; overtime may be required.
• Requires working under stressful conditions.
• General supervision is provided by the Practice Manager with additional instructions, guidance, and directions provided by the providers.

Physical Exposures

• Unprotected Heights - No
• Heat - No
• Cold - No
• Mechanical Hazards - No
• Hazardous Substances - Yes
• Blood Borne Pathogens Exposure Potential - Yes
• Lighting - Not specified
• Noise - No
• Ionizing/Non-Ionizing Radiation - Yes
• Infectious Diseases - Yes

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Saving Accounts
• Paid Time Off
• Generous Retirement Plans
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Gym Membership Discount
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Adoption Assistance
• Shift Differential

Pay

Salary Range: $22.54 - $35.98 per hour