Certified Medical Assistant

CommonSpirit Health; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their dynamic team. In this role, you'll assist physicians with clinical duties, manage patient appointments, and ensure smooth operation within a busy medical environment. Your attention to detail and organizational skills will be vital as you handle patient histories, administer injections, and maintain medical records. This position offers the chance to make a significant impact on patient care in a supportive and collaborative atmosphere, all while enjoying the vibrant lifestyle that Seattle has to offer.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Medical Assisting program.
• Certified Medical Assistant credential required.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians with clinical duties and patient care.
• Coordinate and schedule services for patients and providers.
• Manage office supplies and maintain patient education materials.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

PC Proficiency

Education

Graduation from an accredited Medical Assisting program

Washington State Department of Health Medical Assistant - Certified (CM) credential

Job description

Responsibilities

Virginia Mason Medical Center has been recognized among the Best Hospitals in Washington state by U.S. News & World Report.

The Medical Assistant assists physicians with clinical duties, including taking patient histories, administering injections, assisting in examinations and procedures, and performing laboratory and radiological examinations.

1. Coordinate and schedule services for patients and providers, maintain provider’s daily schedules, and communicate changes.
2. Prepare charts with all necessary paperwork, coordinate pre-authorizations, and request/submits referrals.
3. Maintain filing of test results and update insurance information.
4. Manage information such as filing, pharmacy refill lines, release/receipt of records, x-rays, referrals, pre-authorizations, and quality checks on charge slips.
5. Provide patients with preoperative and postoperative information.
6. Act as the primary contact for patients, answer telephones, schedule appointments, and remind patients of upcoming visits.
7. Explain logistics related to appointments and keep patients informed of delays.
8. Perform telephone and in-person screening.
9. Manage office supplies, coordinate durable medical equipment delivery/return, and maintain stock and patient education materials.
10. Facilitate patient flow and rooming by taking medical histories, vital signs, and obtaining last visit notes and lab results.
11. Prepare patients for exams, treatments, and procedures, including obtaining vital signs and explaining tests or procedures.
12. Observe and record patient symptoms, instruct on specimen collection, and perform specimen collection for microbiology testing.
13. Screen and follow up on test results, maintain medication and immunization records, and administer eye drops, vaccines, and perform waived tests like glucose or urine dipstick.
14. Perform venipuncture, injections, respiratory tests, medication administration, and assist with sterile procedures and minor surgeries.
15. Utilize Standard Precautions, clean and organize exam rooms, sterilize equipment, and dispose of bio-hazardous materials.

Qualifications

We require:

• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assisting program and Washington State Department of Health Medical Assistant - Certified (CM) credential.
• Knowledge of third-party payer requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills, along with PC proficiency.
• One year of Medical Assistant – Certified experience preferred.

Virginia Mason is dedicated to improving the lives of our patients and community, and to your professional and personal success. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, and the opportunity to live in one of the most livable cities in the nation.

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Overview

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health combines two award-winning health systems in Washington state: CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason. As one integrated health system with extensive patient access points, our team includes 18,000 staff and nearly 5,000 physicians and providers across 11 hospitals and nearly 300 sites in the greater Puget Sound region.