Medical Assistant Jobs in Parkland, WA

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or General Education Equivalency.
• At least 1 year of experience as a Medical Assistant in a medical office, clinic, or similar setting, including hands-on clinical patient care; alternatively, graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant training program that includes hands-on patient experience.
• Upon hire, successfully complete a clinical competency assessment and Medical Assistant orientation; those who do not meet required standards will be enrolled in the Medical Assistant Trainee Program for further development and evaluation.
• Basic computer skills.
• Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association within 90 days of hire.
• For Medical Assistants in Occupational Medicine, BAT and DOT certifications are required within 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Current Medical Assistant certification from AAMA, AMT, NAHP, NCCT, or AAMP.
• Graduation from an accredited LPN or RN program with current unrestricted licensure.
• Experience with an EMR system.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and clinical support in an outpatient clinic.
• Obtain vital signs, reconcile medications, and collect patient history.
• Facilitate patient flow and support providers.
• Manage patient information in the EPIC electronic health record.
• Schedule appointments, process medication requests, and handle prior authorizations.
• Coordinate tests and procedures.
• After successful clinical competency completion, perform EKGs, lab tests, injections, and/or phlebotomy as needed.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus available to eligible new hires.