Medical Assistant

Shriners Hospitals for Children • Spokane, WA

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About The Position

The Medical Assistant provides comprehensive, family-centered care to patients and families in the pediatric orthopedic Outpatient Department at Shriners Spokane. This is a part-time position supporting providers, nursing staff, and other health care professionals with patient care and clinic operations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Certified Medical Assistant.
• Basic Life Support (BLS).

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree.
• Medical Assistant RMA, CCMA, or NCMA.
• One year of pediatric or ambulatory care experience.
• Experience with EMR systems.
• Spanish proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers, nursing staff, and other health care professionals with procedures and patient intake and departure processes.
• Assist with casting, splinting, and dressing application, removal, and cleaning.
• Safely remove casts, clean patients, cover affected limbs, and instruct families on skin care.
• Accurately document information in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Prepare the clinic for each day's operations, monitor supplies and equipment, and order supplies.
• Use clinical judgment to identify problems and interventions for patients and families, and refer to an RN as needed.

What This Job Offers

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