Medical Assistant MA

CVS Health•Renton, WA

5d•$19 - $42•Onsite

About The Position

CVS Health is hiring a full-time Medical Assistant for its MinuteClinic at the Renton, Washington HealthHub. The role supports quality healthcare delivery in a fast-paced, collaborative setting, providing evidence-based, patient-focused care and helping patients have a caring and trusted experience. The Medical Assistant registers and intakes patients, documents medical histories in electronic health records, manages the waiting room, and conducts mental health screenings. Clinical work includes assessing patient conditions, monitoring pain and vital signs, performing routine health assessments, reviewing medications for side effects and interactions, administering vaccines, and coordinating care. The role also supports patient access to healthcare and connects individuals with community resources for medication administration, self-care, and disease management. The Medical Assistant communicates with patients, families, and healthcare professionals and attends required meetings, training, and continuing education. The position requires an accredited Medical Assistant Program, applicable active and unrestricted state license(s), required credentialing, and active BLS certification. Physical presence in a retail clinic is required. The posting gives a Washington pay range of $25.00–$27.60 per hour based on experience; it also lists a typical job-grade range of $18.50–$42.35 per hour. The role is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission, or short-term incentive program, as well as a full-time benefits package subject to eligibility.

Requirements

Obtain and maintain full, active, unrestricted license(s) in the state where services are provided.
Obtain and maintain credentialing and re-credentialing requirements as necessary.
Maintain active BLS certification, including the ability to perform CPR and operate an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
Experience documenting care, administering medication, following infection-control precautions, assessing patient educational needs, performing physical assessments, obtaining vital signs, performing point-of-care testing, and coordinating care.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for working effectively with patients and clinical care team members.
Initiative, problem-solving ability, adaptability, flexibility, and ability to work independently.
Physical presence in a retail or clinic setting and regular, reliable attendance.
Ability to meet the physical demands of prolonged standing and walking; frequent bending, reaching, and use of hands and arms for clinical tasks; and positioning patients and equipment.
Sufficient visual acuity, including close vision, and manual dexterity to perform clinical procedures and operate computers and clinical equipment.
Ability to follow safety and infection-control procedures; the role may involve exposure to bloodborne pathogens and other potentially infectious materials.
Graduate from an accredited Medical Assistant Program.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in Primary Care, Urgent Care, or an Emergency Room.
Experience documenting in an Electronic Medical Record system such as Epic.
Previous phlebotomy, vaccine administration, and point-of-care experience.
Previous experience with patient registration.
Experience working in a clinical setting with diverse cultural dynamics among staff and patients.
Proven ability to manage sensitive information ethically and responsibly.

Responsibilities

Register and intake patients, accurately documenting medical history—including illnesses, medications, allergies, surgeries, and family history—in electronic health records.
Manage the waiting room and perform other tasks that enhance the patient experience.
Develop and administer mental health assessments to screen for depression and evaluate mood, behavior, and cognitive function.
Evaluate patient conditions, monitor pain levels, and document treatment responses.
Monitor and record vital signs, identifying abnormalities in blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, and temperature.
Perform routine assessments to monitor patients’ health and well-being.
Review medications to identify potential side effects and drug interactions.
Provide patient-focused care and connect with patients to support trusted healthcare experiences.
Help manage patient access to healthcare and connect individuals with community resources related to medication administration, self-care, and disease management.
Communicate with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
Attend staff meetings, training, and continuing education as required.
Follow safety and infection-control procedures when performing clinical tasks.