Medical Assistant

Washington State University • Pullman, WA

8d • $3,665 - $4,882 • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant position is responsible for performing duties required to assist Healthcare providers (HCPs) at Cougar Health Services. The duties of the position include but are not limited to: assist in the examination and treatment of ambulatory patients; preparation of patient and environment for treatment; may conduct basic CLIA-waived laboratory tests; care of the patient after treatment; patient education, clerical reception functions; and other duties assigned.

Requirements

• Completion of a Medical Assistant course accredited by the American Association of Medical Assistants or the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation (CAHEA); OR high school graduation or equivalent AND one year of experience providing direct patient care in a health care setting; OR equivalent education/experience.
• Washington State Medical Assistant-Registered (MA-R) credential submitted within fourteen days of hire; OR Washington State Medical Assistant-Certified (MA-C) upon hire.
• Ability to learn and proficiently perform the MA skills outlined in this position description.
• Perform MA skills competencies within probationary period and annually.
• Maintain biannual Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider certification.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working as a Medical Assistant.
• Experience in documenting and maintaining electronic medical records.
• Experience in performing laboratory tests, procedures or treatments, such as specimen collection, procedures for sterilizing equipment and instruments.
• Experience setting up for special procedures.
• Experience in assisting with minor surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the examination and treatment of ambulatory patients.
• Prepare the patient and environment for treatment.
• Conduct basic CLIA-waived laboratory tests.
• Provide care for the patient after treatment.
• Patient education.
• Perform clerical reception functions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid sick and vacation leave
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents
• Retirement
• Deferred compensation
• Optional supplemental retirement accounts
• Training and development
• Employee tuition waiver

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED