Medical Assistant, Full Time (1.0 FTE)

Summit Pacific Medical Center•Elma, WA

1d•$26 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant is an integral member of the clinic team, supporting health care providers by performing patient care duties that facilitate smooth, efficient, high-quality care and positive experiences for Summit Pacific patients. The position is full-time (1.0 FTE), based in Elma, Washington, with SVC contract 10-hour shifts in a 40-hour work week. The pay range is $25.51–$35.60, depending on experience. The Medical Assistant performs duties within the scope of the MA license, including carrying out provider orders, assisting with treatments and procedures, rooming patients, taking vital signs, preparing patients for exams, and administering immunizations under provider supervision and orders. The role also includes timely documentation in the electronic health record, referral coordination, exam-room stocking and maintenance, medication and immunization inventory, and infection control. The employee is expected to follow organizational policies and regulatory guidelines and contribute to a professional, respectful, collaborative, and patient-focused environment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduate of an approved certified medical assistant program.
Current Washington State Department of Health Medical Assistant Certification and Licensure.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, required within 90 days of hire.
Knowledge of medical assistant duties and scope of practice, and knowledge and skill in good patient-care techniques.
Proficiency with current technology, including Microsoft Office products, and ability to learn and use electronic medical records, systems, and equipment.
Working knowledge of medical terminology.
Ability to maintain accurate and timely documentation and records.
Effective interpersonal and communication skills; ability to read, write, and speak English and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to perform varied assignments requiring independent judgment, problem-solving, organization, prioritization, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to cultivate effective working relationships and collaborate with providers, health care professionals, managers, and patients.

Responsibilities

Perform patient care within the MA license scope of practice and carry out provider orders accurately and promptly.
Facilitate patient flow and communicate with patients, providers, and coworkers when wait times arise.
Assist with treatments and procedures within the MA scope of practice, assemble supplies, and ensure provider consent has been obtained when necessary.
Notify patients of test results as directed by providers; document presenting complaints, complete rooming procedures and vital signs, prepare patients for provider exams, and maintain current patient health and care information.
Administer immunizations within the MA scope of practice, under provider supervision and as ordered; ensure required medication documentation is completed and sent to the Department of Health.
Maintain accurate and timely records and file documents in the electronic health record daily.
Coordinate with referral coordinators and complete referral tasks accurately and promptly.
Perform daily room checks, stock exam rooms, manage sample medications, check expiration dates monthly, and accurately document, order, and inventory immunizations.
Coordinate with Environmental Services to maintain a neat and clean environment; clean exam tables and countertops and keep cupboards and storage areas orderly.
Consistently follow infection control practices.
Complete special projects and other related duties as assigned.
Adhere to Summit Pacific behavior and patient experience standards, policies, procedures, and regulatory guidelines, and act ethically and collaboratively.
Participate in ongoing skills training and competency development, engage in teamwork, maintain effective working relationships, and support the organization’s mission, vision, and values.