Full-Time MA-C: Certified Medical Assistant - GI Clinic

Washington Gastroenterology; Issaquah (WA); Presencial; USD 30.000 - 39.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive compensation

Full benefits package

Bonuses

Descripción de la vacante

Washington Gastroenterology is seeking a Full Time Certified Medical Assistant (MA-C) to join our clinical team in Issaquah, WA. The MA-C will provide direct patient care under physician orders, maintain accurate medical records, and support both clinical and administrative functions.

Responsibilities include vitals, patient education, medication reconciliation, scheduling, phlebotomy, and ensuring smooth patient flow.

Formación

• Certified Medical Assistant (MA-C) credential is required for this role.
• Graduate of an accredited MA program and WA state MA-C licensure.
• Current BLS certification preferred and prior MA-C office experience advantageous.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare patients for exams by taking vitals and documenting health history.
• Manage medication lists, allergies, and problem lists in the medical record.
• Provide patient education and instructions for tests and procedures.
• Handle insurance authorizations for prescribed medications.
• Schedule procedures, labs, and imaging with appropriate facilities.
• Assure timely, accurate documentation of patient encounters.
• Assist with administrative tasks and interdepartmental communication.
• Perform phlebotomy and obtain pre-procedure clearances when needed.

Conocimientos

Teamwork

Communication

Multitasking

Data entry

Phlebotomy

Educación

GED

Certified Medical Assistant program

Herramientas

Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

Descripción del empleo

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Washington Gastroenterology believes that digestive health is the foundation for a healthy life. We are committed to improving the quality of life and longevity of our patients and our communities through the prevention, detection, and treatment of gastrointestinal diseases.

We are WAGI

WAGI is seeking a Full Time Certified Medical Assistant (MA-C) to join our medical clinic. The Certified Medical Assistant (MA-C) provides direct patient care in the Clinical setting, in accordance with physician’s orders, recognized nursing techniques, and legal aspects of current nurse practice within Washington State and the Center’s policies and procedures. The MA-C works as a team member under the supervision of an RN (Registered Nurse), ARNP, PA, or Physician.

Responsibilities

• Rooms and prepares the patient for exam by gathering patient vitals including weight, blood pressure, pulse rate, and respirations
• Updates and documents patient's current medications, problem list, allergies, and health history, and relevant problems and/or complaints in the patient medical record
• Provides instruction, education, and direction to patients on routine medical questions, procedures and ordered tests
• Assists patients with prescription refill requests within Washington Gastroenterology policy
• Manages nursing in-box requests and maintains the sample medication supplies and the patient care supply inventory
• Supports administrative functions of the medical office by assisting the administrative staff when needed
• Obtains insurance authorization for necessary medications prescribed by Washington Gastroenterology providers
• Schedules patient procedure, lab, and x-ray appointments, as well as follow-up visits for the patient. Assures the patient is scheduled at the appropriate facility, that the patient is aware, and that the information is documented in the medical record
• Interact with and act as liaison with other offices, hospitals, pharmacies, etc.
• Perform phlebotomy tasks taking samples as directed
• Obtains pre-procedure medical clearance from outside providers for patients with cardiac and other high-risk modalities
• Documents all patient care encounters accurately, completely, and in a timely manner
• Maintains exam rooms, cleansing between patients and restocking as needed
• Perform phlebotomy tasks taking samples as directed
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
• Graduate of an accredited Certified Medical Assistant program
• Current Washington State Certified Medical Assistant licensure
• Current BLS certification
• Previous experience as a MA-C preferred
• Previous experience in a medical office setting with a working knowledge of medical terminology and office protocol preferred
  
  

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and to work independently as needed with minimal supervision
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrates strong critical thinking skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate as appropriate
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to perform data entry into an electronic medical record
  
  

Physical Activities And Requirements

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking
• Prolonged periods of sitting/stationary work and performing administrative duties including the use of computers and phones
• Ability to bend, stoop, squat and kneel occasionally
• Ability to assist patients supporting weight, assisting in positioning of patients, etc.
• Ability to grasp small objects and manipulate medical instruments
• Ability to reach including reaching overhead and below waist
• Ability to lift 10 pounds frequently, occasional lifting 25 pounds
• Ability to push/pull up to 50 pounds
• Occasional travel may be required to other local locations on an as-needed basis to back-fill for vacations, etc.
  
  

Washington Gastroenterology has an excellent compensation and benefit package that includes the following:

Employees (and their families) who work full time (defined as working 30 or more hours per week) will be eligible for medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, accidental death and dismemberment, and basic life insurance. In addition employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401(k) plan which includes a company provided safe harbor contribution of 3% of annual earnings and the potential for a company discretionary profit sharing contribution.

All employees will be eligible to accrue PTO at a rate of .04 hours per payroll hour (1.6 hours for a 40 hour week) which can be used for and exceeds the required mandatory WA State and other local ordinances. In addition, full time employees will be eligible for a Vacation accrual with a maximum annual accrual of 77 hours as a new hire.

WAGI has 8 standard Holidays each year for which full time employees are eligible to receive paid holiday. In addition, full time employees will be given 1 Float Holiday each year that they can schedule.

A new hire full time employee in this role will be eligible for a Hiring Bonus in the amount of $3,000.

This is an Hourly position and the anticipated Compensation range is $24.00- $31.00. The hired applicant is also eligible for annual discretionary bonuses.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.