Certified Medical Assistant ($5,000 Sign-On Bonus)

Kinwell•Bellingham, WA

8d•$55,200 - $82,800•Onsite

About The Position

Kinwell is hiring a Certified Medical Assistant for its clinic in Bellingham, Washington. The role supports personalized, holistic primary care and works under the direct supervision of a healthcare clinician. The Certified Medical Assistant prepares charts and patients for appointments, manages patient greeting and check-in, supports clinicians during examinations and treatments, and assists with check-out and follow-up. The position also helps coordinate patient flow, maintain clinic and laboratory spaces and supplies, and document visits and clinical activities in the electronic medical record system. The role is performed in a clinical setting with frequent patient interactions and regular use of computers, phones, and medical record systems. Kinwell offers a $5,000 sign-on bonus to external applicants and eligible rehires. The stated National Plus salary range, used in higher-cost labor markets including Western Washington and Alaska, is $55,200–$82,800. Pay varies based on factors including location, market conditions, skills, and experience.

Requirements

Medical Assistant certification (CMA) by the time of hire.
Active Washington State Department of Health certification as a Certified Medical Assistant or Interim Certified Medical Assistant.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Demonstrated clinical expertise and proficiency in clinical procedures.
Demonstrated focus on quality patient care.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, handle multiple tasks, and maintain strong attention to detail.
Proficiency with electronic medical records systems.
Excellent communication skills and ability to gather patients’ history and current conditions before appointments.
Independent decision-making skills and ability to influence others to resolve issues.
Ability to work as part of a team or independently without supervision or direction.
Ability to exercise judgment when handling sensitive and confidential information discreetly and professionally.
Ability to stand for long periods and move freely within the clinic.
Ability to exert up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and a negligible amount frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
Ability to use a keyboard and communicate clearly and understandably in person and over the telephone.
Must provide proof of influenza and Hepatitis B vaccination or complete a written attestation of a religious or medical exemption; healthcare providers may also be subject to CDC-recommended vaccines.

Nice To Haves

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care from the American Heart Association, Red Cross, or Military Training Network at hire, or willingness to obtain it within six months of hire.
Experience using EPIC.

Responsibilities

Greet patients and prepare them for physical examinations by obtaining vital signs, weight, and height; reviewing medications, medical history, and allergies; and performing required ancillary tests.
Assist clinicians during patient examinations and treatment.
Provide patients with information about their visits and help ensure their comfort before and during exams.
Set up for and assist with procedures as needed.
Dispense medications and medical supplies as ordered by the clinician.
Perform ancillary tests, including rapid testing, blood draws, and other routine laboratory procedures, as ordered by the clinician.
Prepare specimens for laboratory testing and manage related documentation.
Maintain cleanliness and organization of examination rooms, clinic spaces, equipment, and stockrooms throughout the day.
Perform routine maintenance checks and sterilize medical equipment.
Keep clinic rooms and laboratory areas stocked with necessary supplies and materials.
Maintain inventory of laboratory and clinic supplies and reorder as needed.
Help manage clinic and clinician schedules to support efficiency and patient flow.
Collaborate with Patient Care Coordinators to review visit schedules and support daily clinical huddles.
Help review schedules during daily huddles to identify patients requiring support from multiple care-team resources or having special needs or considerations.
Accurately document patient visits, tests, and treatments in the electronic medical records system.
Follow HIPAA guidelines and safety rules covered in training.
Participate in team meetings and contribute to discussions about patient care, clinic operations, and workflow improvements.
Manage patient greeting and check-in, and assist with check-out and follow-up duties.