Medical Assistant-Certified ($5,000 in bonuses your first year!)

CHAS Health • Washington, DC

8d • $24 - $34

About The Position

The Medical Assistant-Certified supports patient care at an assigned medical clinic to improve the health of the communities served by CHAS Health. The role helps maintain efficient patient flow and assists providers and care team members in delivering patient-centered care.

The position includes greeting and preparing patients, performing phlebotomy and laboratory procedures, documenting injections and immunizations, maintaining exam rooms and instruments, assisting with procedures and patient education, managing referrals and prescription refills under provider direction, and supporting clinic communications and scheduling. The Medical Assistant follows safety protocols and supports the CHAS Health mission and core values.

CHAS Health offers a compensation range of $23.75–$33.86 and an annual milestone bonus of $500 per year worked, up to $5,000, for eligible employees. Additional benefits are subject to employee eligibility and criteria.

Requirements

• Complete medical assistant training through a WA Department of Labor & Industries-registered and approved apprenticeship program, or a college program accredited by ABHES or CAAHEP.
• Obtain certification through AAMA, NHA, or NCCT within 120 days of hire.
• For Washington locations, hold a Medical Assistant-Certified credential issued by the Washington State Department of Health.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service and oral and written communication skills.
• Show compassion for patients and the ability to work well in a team environment.
• Be able to multitask in a fast-paced environment and anticipate future needs.
• Have basic computer user skills.
• Know medical terminology and spell accurately.
• Hold BLS (CPR/AED) certification.
• Be committed to supporting a safe and respectful environment.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a community health clinic.
• Experience with electronic health records (EHR).

Responsibilities

• Greet patients, escort them to exam rooms, and inform them of delays.
• Prepare patients for providers and anticipate provider needs to maintain efficient patient flow.
• Perform phlebotomy and laboratory procedures as directed by a provider.
• Perform and document injections and immunizations.
• Keep exam rooms clean, stocked, and ready for patients.
• Clean, prepare, and sterilize instruments.
• Assist providers with procedures, examinations, and patient education.
• Obtain prescription refills under the direction and authorization of a provider.
• Manage appropriate patient referrals and required documentation.
• Follow safety protocols, including safe handling and disposal of sharps, use of personal protective equipment, and precautions for blood-borne pathogens.
• Answer telephones, schedule patients, and support care team members.
• Perform other assigned duties, including supporting the CHAS Health mission and core values.

Benefits

• Annual milestone bonus of $500 for each year worked, up to $5,000, for eligible employees.
• Employer-offered medical, dental, vision, long-term care, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with up to 6% employer match.
• More than six weeks of annual paid time off for full-time employees.
• Tuition assistance and student loan repayment.
• Childcare reimbursement of up to $7,500 annually.
• CME and license fee reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

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