Certified Medical Assistant

OneTogether Solutions • Tacoma, WA

45d • $30 - $30 • Onsite

About The Position

Cedar Wellness Center is seeking to hire a versatile Medical Assistant who loves taking on a challenge and being part of an aligned, committed team. We are looking for a Medical Assistant who demonstrates patience and compassion since our clinic often sees patients when they are feeling their worst. It is important that our staff believe in our patients so they can learn to believe in themselves. A non-judgmental approach is key.
While a kind heart is a requirement, an organized mind is also needed for this position. As Medical Assistant, you will perform lab draws and prepare lab samples, keep track of medical supplies and inventory, respond to patient inquiries, maintain the lab area, and perform back- office duties. This role is crucial to maintaining accurate records as our program is built on a scientific approach to addiction medicine and this clinic will be highly regulated by credentialing agencies. If you are committed to creating big-picture change, have an eye for details, understand that standard protocols are essential, and like to learn new things, we look forward to speaking with you.
Please note: This position requires availability to work every weekend (Saturday and Sunday).

Requirements

• Graduate of Medical Assistant program.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office, Excel, Google Spreadsheets, Electronic Health Records, and other electronic computer programs.
• Knowledge of Community Resources.
• Experience conducting insurance verification.
• Active American Heart Association (AHA) Basic life support
• Ability to pass drug and background screening.
• Ability to provide health and TB clearance.
• Demonstrated customer–first attitude and philosophy.
• Ability to make judgments in demanding situations.
• Ability to react to frequent changes in duties and volume of work.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to listen empathetically.
• Ability to logically organize details.
• Commitment to respectful patient and family centered care.
• Commitment to patient confidentiality.
• Commitment to patient safety.

Nice To Haves

• 2 years of recent/previous work experience in substance use disorder setting.
• Experience in outreach and inter-agency referral services.
• Front Office Experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under supervision of a provider. The performance of a delegated medical act by the Medical Assistant must be directed and supervised by the provider.
• Perform patient check in, including obtaining and recording vital signs, height, weight, chief complaint, brief relevant history including pain status, allergies, current medication, and any other pertinent information for specific age groups.
• Prepare patient for examination/procedure, as appropriate.
• Review medical records for up-to-date problem list including patient reported medication and allergies and diagnoses that are documented by physicians or providers.
• Understand that the stress of illness may alter patient behavior and ability to follow through on plan of health care; interact with respect including situations where patient and/or family display anger or distress.
• Participate in patient education by providing standardized, structured written/verbal information to patients regarding procedures, preparation for diagnostic tests, and chronic disease conditions as instructed by the provider.
• Assist provider with procedures including those requiring aseptic and sterile technique.
• Assist with quality measures, including maintenance and recording of required daily equipment checks, CLIA requirements, and calibration of equipment.
• Document complete and accurate patient observations, care, and outcomes of interventions in the electronic medical record.
• Contribute to individual patient care planning.
• Participate in the review of schedules and space needs; anticipate and suggest any needed changes in staffing or provider schedules.
• Assist with quality improvement projects such as communication of waits and delays, chart audits.
• Assist in updating Medical Assistant training materials. Participate in orientation of new staff.
• May float to the Front Office if needed.
• Clean and examine procedure tables, equipment, and other work areas following current infection control and/or isolation procedure guidelines.
• Stock nurse’s station and exam/procedure rooms as assigned. Inventory specialty items and initiate reorder of supplies as needed.
• Report non-functioning or defective equipment to supervisor immediately.
• Ensure all supplies are up to date and replace expired materials as necessary following sterile processing procedures.
• Assist in the maintenance of patient education materials.
• Prepare/maintain medical records, including ordering, filing, and copying when appropriate.
• Complete all required competencies and maintain skill level.
• Recognize the need for continuous learning by attending staff development programs and workshops.
• Collect body fluid samples for patients being admitted to treatment.
• Prepare and maintain urinalysis, oral toxicology swabs, urine drug screen collection schedules and document results in master file.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• We support our team through a competitive salary and benefits package and opportunities for continuing education and professional advancement.
• Cedar Wellness Center staff will also be cross trained to meet the needs of patients and to make each day a success.
• On-the-job training will empower team members, as we believe the excellence of the clinic and the professional development of our staff complement one another.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed