Medical Assistant - Cert
About The Position
The Medical Assistant improves the overall health of the communities CHAS Health serves by managing patient care at an assigned medical clinic. The role supports providers and care teams in delivering patient-centered care, maintaining efficient patient flow, and creating a safe, respectful environment. Duties include rooming patients, preparing exam rooms and instruments, conducting phlebotomy and laboratory procedures, documenting injections and immunizations, assisting with exams and procedures, coordinating referrals, and supporting scheduling and telephone needs. Completion of an approved medical assistant training program is required. Certification through AAMA, NHA, or NCCT is required within 120 days of hire. Washington locations additionally require a Medical Assistant–Certified credential issued by the Washington State Department of Health. Previous community health clinic and EHR experience are preferred.
Requirements
- Complete medical assistant training through an apprenticeship program registered and approved by the Washington Department of Labor & Industries, 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 ability to work well in a team environment.
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced work environment and anticipate future needs.
- Basic computer user skills.
- Knowledge of medical terminology and accurate spelling ability.
- BLS (CPR/AED) certification.
- Commitment to supporting a safe and respectful environment.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in a community health clinic.
- Experience with an electronic health record (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 provider direction and authorization.
- Manage appropriate patient referrals and required documentation.
- Follow safety protocols, including safe sharps handling and disposal, 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 for eligible employees: $500 for every year worked, up to $5,000.
- 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.
- Up to $7,500 annually for childcare through reimbursement.
- CME and license fee reimbursement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
