Medical Assistant - Monroe Primary Care

EvergreenHealth•Monroe, WA

8d•$26 - $46

About The Position

The Medical Assistant assists providers in delivering quality patient care and promoting a culture of safety. The role greets and rooms patients, collects medical histories and vital signs, prepares patients for examinations, and supports providers with examinations, surgical procedures, and diagnostic testing. The Medical Assistant maintains an appropriate sterile environment in accordance with Washington State transmission-precaution standards and administers intradermal, subcutaneous, and intramuscular injections as ordered by a provider. The position requires efficient use of the electronic medical record (EMR), including following appropriate processes for entering and retrieving data, and clear, effective oral and written communication. Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent, or applicable coursework toward the required Washington State Medical Assistant Certification; current Washington State Medical Assistant Certification; current national certification from one of the listed certifying organizations; Healthcare Provider BLS certification by the date of hire; and proficiency with medical terminology. National certification through AAMA and one year of medical-assistant experience in a medical office or healthcare setting are desired. Hourly wage ranges are $26.19–$41.82 for a Washington State Certified MA and $28.83–$46.14 for a Nationally Certified MA. New EvergreenHealth employees with at least one year of experience may be eligible for a bonus of up to $5,000; new MA graduates may be eligible for a bonus of up to $2,500. Offers depend on relevant experience, education, and internal equity, and some positions may offer additional premiums based on shift, certifications, or degrees.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent, or applicable coursework to be applied toward obtaining the 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 the date of hire.
Proficiency with medical terminology.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively 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 standard procedures.
Take patients’ histories and vital signs.
Prepare patients for examinations.
Assist providers with examinations, surgical procedures, and diagnostic testing.
Maintain an appropriate sterile environment for clinical procedures or situations, following 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.