CERTIFIED MEDICAL ASSISTANT (CMA) - INLAND SHOULDER CLINIC, A DIVISION OF NORTHWEST SPECIALTY HOSPITAL (SPOKANE, WA.)

Surgery Partners, Inc • Spokane, WA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Northwest Specialty Hospital is seeking a compassionate, patient-oriented Certified Medical Assistant to join the Inland Shoulder Clinic team at its new Spokane, Washington clinic. The role involves rooming patients, recording vital signs, administering injections, performing venipuncture, urinalysis, and EKG testing, preparing and cleaning procedure rooms for in-office procedures, properly disposing of biohazard and sharps waste, and stocking supplies. The Medical Assistant must demonstrate sound aseptic technique and knowledge of standard precautions, EKGs, urinalysis, venipuncture, proper order of draw and specimen processing, and basic pharmacology.

Northwest Specialty Hospital is locally physician-owned and operated and includes 12 operating rooms, 28 inpatient beds, and clinics and services across multiple specialties. The hospital describes itself as a center of excellence and has received recognition for patient care, surgical and medical care, employee satisfaction, and workplace quality.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proof of Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Active Certified Medical Assistant certification from the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), or National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
• Knowledge of aseptic technique, standard precautions, EKGs, urinalysis, venipuncture, proper order of draw, specimen processing, and basic pharmacology.
• Awareness of cleaning standards and ability to perform in accordance with them.
• Ability to relate and work effectively with others.
• Verbal and written English communication skills sufficient for safe and effective patient care and documentation standards.
• Willingness to participate in goal-setting and educational activities for professional advancement.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and record vital signs.
• Administer injections.
• Perform venipuncture, urinalysis, and EKG testing.
• Set up and clean procedure rooms for in-office procedures.
• Properly discard biohazard and sharps waste.
• Stock supplies.
• Use aseptic technique and standard precautions, and apply knowledge of EKGs, urinalysis, venipuncture, order of draw, specimen processing, and basic pharmacology.
• Follow cleaning standards.
• Participate in goal-setting and educational activities for professional advancement.

Benefits

• Company-sponsored events, including sporting events, BBQs, and holiday parties.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options for benefit-eligible positions.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Growth opportunities, ongoing education, training, and leadership courses.
• A generous 401(k) retirement plan.
• Discounts throughout the hospital and community.
• Wellness benefits, including a weight loss challenge, access to a dietitian, and discounted gym memberships.
• A culture that promotes and supports work/life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED