Certified Medical Assistant - WCC

State of Washington; Shelton (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits package

Up to 25 paid vacation days

12 paid holidays

Retirement plans

Job summary

The State of Washington seeks a Certified Medical Assistant for a project position at the Washington Corrections Center in Shelton, WA. The role involves providing patient care, monitoring vital signs, administering injections, and documenting medical records. Qualified candidates will have completed an accredited Medical Assistant program and hold certification in Basic Life Support. This full-time, non-permanent role offers a competitive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Medical Assistant-Certified program accredited by the American Association of Medical Assistants or CAHEA.
• Experience as a Medical Assistant in an outpatient clinic setting.
• Certification in Basic Life Support and Basic First Aid from the American Heart Association.
• Ability to learn DOC programs and hold unblemished licensure in Washington as a Certified Medical Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing patient care services within the scope of licensure.
• Provide direct patient care support including vital signs and injections.
• Document patient history and report to the practitioner.
• Respond to emergencies with basic life support.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs monitoring

Medical records documentation

Basic Life Support

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Medical Assistant-Certified program

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Certified Medical Assistant

Full-Time, Non-Permanent
Washington Corrections Center (WCC), Shelton, WA

Schedule Monday - Friday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

The Washington State Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking a highly motivated and qualified Certified Medical Assistant to join the Health Services team located at the Washington Corrections Center in Shelton, WA. This is a project position with limited duration.

Under the supervision of the licensed practitioner and/or Lead RN, the Medical Assistant-Certified will assist in providing patient care, which may include routine medical records duties, some administrative support, and other clinical duties to support the medical department operations at WCC.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing patient care services within the scope of licensure as delegated by the licensed practitioner or Registered Nurse.
• Provide direct patient care support including but not limited to:
  • Vital Signs
  • Visual Acuity
  • Ear irrigations
  • Injections/Vaccinations
  • Basic laboratory functions (venipuncture, CLIA waved in-house testing) and lab transport
  • Electrocardiography
  • Respiratory assessments (pulmonary function/peak flow)
• Observe, document in the medical record, and report to the practitioner or RN: patient history, current health status, and situation of patient, family, or community by interview, observation, and inspection.
• Recognize and report abnormal vitals and labs; carry out practitioners' orders in a timely manner.
• Monitor patient’s condition following procedures and report emergent/urgent problems as needed.
• Respond to emergencies within the facility by providing emergency medical care, including CPR and basic life support.
• Perform other tasks as directed within the legal scope of practice for a Medical Assistant-Certified.

Clinical Support

• Provide clinical support to ensure continuity of patient care and efficient clinic operations.
• Attend briefings, monitor patient flow, and ensure exam rooms are prepared for each patient.
• Collaborate with Patient Services Representatives to document scheduling, rescheduling, check-in, or no-shows.

Medical Records Documentation

• Legibly document subjective and objective findings and actions taken.
• Maintain confidentiality of protected health information (PHI).
• Communicate verbally and in writing with health care personnel and institutional staff.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Medical Assistant-Certified program accredited by the American Association of Medical Assistants or CAHEA.
• Experience as a Medical Assistant in an outpatient clinic setting.
• Certification by the American Heart Association in Basic Life Support and Basic First Aid.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Ability to learn DOC programs and hold initial and unblemished/unrestricted licensure in the State of Washington as a Certified Medical Assistant.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work a minimum of 40 hours per week and adjust work schedule as needed.
• Maintain professional relationships with staff, the public, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to work with diverse staff and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to deescalate and listen to emotional or upset patients; maintain confidentiality.
• Read, understand, and apply policies and procedures; physical ability to walk, stand, or sit for extended periods.

Preferred/Desired Qualifications

• IV Certification/Phlebotomy
• Familiarity with front and back-office operations in outpatient settings.
• Experience participating in quality improvement processes.

Notes and Benefits

• Mission: The mission of DOC is to improve public safety by positively changing lives.
• Our Vision: Working together for safer communities.
• Our Commitment: To operate a safe and humane corrections system and partner with others to transform lives for a better Washington.
• Core Values: Integrity and trust; Respectful and inclusive interactions; People’s safety; Positivity in words and actions; Supporting people’s success.

We Offer:

• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Salary based on experience, with steps A-M and longevity step at Step M.
• Up to 25 paid vacation days, 8 hours of paid sick leave per month, 12 paid holidays, retirement plans, flexible spending accounts, and other benefits.

DOC is an equal opportunity employer. Questions about recruitment or reasonable accommodations in the application process can be directed to [e-mail] or by phone at 360-515-2470. TTY: 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.