Medical Assistant - Internal Medicine (Part-Time)

EvergreenHealth•Kirkland, WA

About The Position

The Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting providers in delivering quality patient care and promoting a culture of safety in an internal medicine setting. The role includes greeting and rooming patients, collecting histories and vital signs, preparing patients for examinations, and assisting providers with examinations, surgical procedures, and diagnostic testing. The Medical Assistant maintains an appropriate sterile environment and follows Washington State transmission-precaution standards, and administers intradermal, subcutaneous, and intramuscular injections under provider orders. The role requires efficient use of the electronic medical record (EMR), appropriate processes for entering and retrieving data, and clear communication both orally and in writing. Current Washington State Medical Assistant certification, an accepted current national certification, and Healthcare Provider BLS certification by the date of hire are required.

Requirements

High school graduation or equivalent, or applicable coursework to be applied toward obtaining required Washington State Medical Assistant certification.
Current Washington State Medical Assistant certification.
Current national certification through AAMA, AMT, NHA, NCCT, or AMCA.
Current Healthcare Provider BLS certification by date of hire.
Proficiency with medical terminology.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

National certification through the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) is strongly preferred.
One year of Medical Assistant experience in a medical office or healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

Greet and room patients according to standards.
Take patient histories and vital signs.
Prepare patients for examinations.
Assist providers with examinations, surgical procedures, and diagnostic testing.
Maintain an appropriate sterile environment and adhere to Washington State transmission-precaution standards.
Administer intradermal, subcutaneous, and intramuscular injections according to provider orders.
Use the EMR efficiently and follow appropriate processes for entering and retrieving data.