Medical Assistant - Musculoskeletal Clinic

About the role

In collaboration with the healthcare team, assists physicians/providers in the delivery of patient care working within the scope of practice for a Medical Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for examination and treatment or anesthesia interview as applicable.
• Takes and records patient history and vital signs as applicable.
• Prepares exam and/or treatment rooms; selects, sets up and maintains medical supplies and equipment for all examinations, procedures and/or anesthesia interview as applicable.
• Gives injections, applies splints and dressings, and facilitates simple wound management under provider orders.
• Prepares and maintains supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization.
• May transport specimens.
• May assist in scheduling patients for tests, initial and follow‑up appointments.
• May maintain patient files, records, and other information including entry of data into electronic medical record.
• May provide phone screening of patient to appropriate clinical staff and/or physician.
• Collaborates with a variety of personnel and departments to ensure smooth clinic operations.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Accredited Medical Assistant or Medical Office Assistant program (eligible to sit for MOA certification exam) – e.g., associate degree in Allied Health, or Medical Assistant apprenticeship.
• Minimum of 1 year experience in a medical office (preferred).
• WA State Medical Assistant certification required; Washington State Medical Assistant – Interim Certified credential accepted, with requirement to obtain Medical Assistant‑Certified (Non‑Interim) credential within 12 months of issuance.
• Upon hire: Basic Life Support (BLS) skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge and ability to apply age‑specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs.
• Ability to maintain patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Ability to collaborate with other multi‑disciplinary team members.
• Proficiency in use of computer and office equipment; familiarity with desktop computing tools, multi‑line phone systems and insurance billing preferred.
• Ability to efficiently manage time and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Understand the principles of asepsis if applicable.
• Washington‑specific preference: WA MA‑C + National Certified Medical Assistant (CMA).
• Working conditions: patient handling no greater than 35 lbs without assistive equipment; fine motor skills for grasping and controlling medical equipment; push/pull frequently up to 45 lbs force; able to perform hands‑on CPR at least 20 mins using 100‑125 lbs of force (seldom/occasionally); ability to move around area with frequent sitting; bending/stooping/squatting/reaching/kneeling frequently; lifting (non‑patient) up to 20 lbs occasionally and 5 lbs frequently; exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles; able to complete tasks in a noisy environment; vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted); ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

Benefits

• Full medical/dental/vision coverage.
• 403b retirement plan with employer base and matching contributions.
• Paid time off.
• Employer‑paid life and disability insurance with additional buy‑up coverage options.
• Tuition and continuing education reimbursement.
• Wellness benefits.
• Expanded EAP and mental health program.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $25.88 – $34.85 per hour. The hiring rate is dependent upon factors such as education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc. This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement.

Schedule

Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day shift.