Medical Assistant

Chcsno; Arlington (WA); On-site; USD 35,418 - 43,917; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid sick leave

Vacation time

403(b) retirement plan with employer match

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Chcsno in Arlington, Washington is seeking a Medical Assistant to be part of a dynamic healthcare team. You will assist with patient care, manage schedules, and ensure efficient clinic operations.

This role offers competitive wages ranging from $25.71 to $31.88 USD per hour, along with a $4,000 sign-on bonus for new hires. Join a community-focused organization providing comprehensive healthcare services.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of customer service experience.
• Experience in a multi-provider medical practice.

Responsibilities

• Assist with minor diagnostic procedures and patient education.
• Coordinate patient flow and maintain smooth clinic operation.
• Document services accurately and timely.

Skills

Proficient in English

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Microsoft Office proficiency

Knowledge of medical terminology

Education

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assisting program

Tools

Electronic health record systems

ICD-10 coding

CPT-4 coding

Job description

Pay

Pay or shift range: $25.71 USD to $31.88 USD

Full salary range is based on years of experience and other factors.

Description

Community Health Center of Snohomish County offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package designed to address health, time off, retirement and career‑advancement needs. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance; up to 120 hours of vacation time (pro‑rated by FTE each year); paid sick leave; 10 paid holidays; a 403(b) Safe Harbor retirement plan with employer match; disability and life insurance; and more. An added $0.75 per hour is available to those who test proficiently in a second language.

Sign‑on bonus: Certified‑Medical Assistants receive a $4,000 sign‑on bonus (eligible only for new hires).

Job Summary

The Medical Assistant works as part of a team of clinic healthcare providers and support staff, escorts patients, records vital signs, assists with minor diagnostic procedures, maintains records, and coordinates patient flow.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Reads, speaks, understands and writes English proficiently.
• Works independently and self‑directed.
• Works effectively in a team environment.
• Organizes, prioritizes, and coordinates multiple tasks.
• Works with initiative, energy, and effectiveness in a fast‑paced environment.
• Remains calm and effective in high‑pressure and emergency situations.
• Produces high‑quantity, high‑quality work.
• Problem‑solves creatively.
• Uses multi‑line telephones and other office machines.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Education

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assisting program; or a minimum of one year of experience as a medical assistant.

Experience

• Customer service experience with the general public (at least 1 year).
• Experience in a multi‑provider medical practice.
• ICD‑10 coding experience.
• CPT‑4 coding experience.
• Experience with insurance/billing in a healthcare setting or organization.
• Familiarity with electronic health record and practice management systems.
• Experience working with low‑income, multi‑ethnic populations.

Credentials

• Medical Assistant – Certified or Interim certification with the State of Washington.
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (CPR/AED). Certification must be obtained at hire.
• Verified immunity to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR), and varicella (chickenpox). Immunity may be demonstrated through vaccination records or titer results. Medical or religious accommodation requests may be reviewed on a case‑by‑case basis.

Job Specific Functions / Performance

• Greets patients, interpreters, and visitors in person and by phone in a prompt, courteous and helpful manner; takes messages and provides accurate information regarding schedules and services.
• Monitors schedules and patient arrivals, participates in sequencing patients, and assists co‑workers to maintain smooth, efficient patient flow throughout the clinic.
• Assists providers with minor diagnostic procedures, treatments, and education as directed.
• Demonstrates knowledge of examination, diagnostic, and treatment room procedures.
• Coordinates health information tasks with Health Information Specialists.
• Reviews scheduled appointments in advance to prepare for the patient visit (e.g., obtaining immunization registry, ER records, specialty reports, diagnostic results).
• Performs capillary and venous blood withdrawal as directed.
• Administers intradermal, subcutaneous and intramuscular injections as directed.
• Administers eye drops and topical ointments as directed.
• Labels and maintains proper storage for specimens and tests; performs in‑house lab testing and delivers on‑site results to provider.
• Completes tasks in a timely manner.
• Accurately and timely documents services provided, including submission of billing codes.
• Schedules patients for procedures and provides all necessary paperwork and instructions prior to procedure.
• Maintains patient exam and procedure rooms fully stocked, organized, clean, safe, and prepared before and after each patient encounter; prepares appropriate instruments and materials for each treatment procedure.
• Follows established inventory and supply monitoring system and purchasing protocols for maintaining stock and ordering supplies as assigned.
• Follows established protocols for routine calibration, cleaning, disinfection, sterilization of instruments and equipment, and reports maintenance needs.
• Performs quality control testing for all CLIA waived in‑house lab tests.
• Processes diagnostic and urgent referrals as delegated.
• Performs duties of a Medical Receptionist as needed and assists other departments when called upon.
• Adheres to infection control practices and written plan.
• Adheres to attendance standards to perform job functions for daily operations and continuity of patient care.

Community Health Center of Snohomish County is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer (EEO/AA) and at‑will employer.

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