Medical Assistant

Proliance Surgeons, Inc.; Puyallup (WA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate and skilled Medical Assistant to join their team. This role involves providing direct patient care, maintaining clinical supplies, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal skills and a strong commitment to patient advocacy. With a focus on teamwork and adaptability, you will thrive in a supportive environment that encourages continuous learning. Join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering exceptional outcomes and enhancing patient experiences in a fast-paced medical setting.

Benefits

Health coverage

401k with match

Profit sharing

Paid time off (PTO)

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Medical Assistant Program preferred.
• 1-2 years of medical office experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing direct patient care and maintaining clinical supplies.
• Document all encounters accurately in electronic records.
• Coordinate care and testing at other facilities as indicated.

Skills

Basic medical terminology

Electronic Medical Records

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Education

High school diploma

Medical Assistant Program

Washington State Medical Assistant Certification

Tools

Electronic Medical Records software

Job description

Ear Nose Throat & Allergy Associates Clinic Puyallup, Puyallup, Washington, United States of America

Job Description

Proliance Surgeons is one of the largest surgical practices in the country, with over 450 providers including over 200 board-certified physicians providing treatment at more than 100 care centers in Washington State.

At Proliance, our patients come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire, develop, and engage great people from diverse backgrounds, encouraging growth and development to make our organization a great place to work. We draw on our differences to create Exceptional Outcomes,Personally Delivered.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including health coverage, 401k with match and profit sharing, PTO, and more. For further details, visit our careers page at www.proliancesurgeons.com/careers.

Compensation during the offer process will be based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and internal equity.

Position Summary

The medical assistant acts as a patient care coordinator and advocate, maintains clinical supplies, ensures proper documentation, and facilitates an optimal patient flow and experience, following OSHA/WISHA and other compliance and regulatory guidelines.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in providing direct patient care, including:
• Preparing exam rooms and maintaining supplies
• Disposing of contaminated supplies and sterilizing instruments
• Positioning patients for exams and procedures
• Collecting and preparing laboratory specimens
• Obtaining vitals, patient history, and chief complaints
• Assist providers during procedures, including preparing areas using aseptic techniques and positioning patients appropriately.
• Handle instruments and assist with procedures for extended periods.
• Report test results to patients as directed by physicians.
• Document all encounters accurately in electronic records.
• Perform phone triage, post-op calls, and respond to messages within 24 hours.
• Coordinate care and testing at other facilities as indicated.
• Maintain equipment and stock supplies.
• Support daily team duties and special tasks as assigned.

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program preferred; training will be provided.
• Current Washington State Medical Assistant Certification preferred.
• 1-2 years of medical office experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Basic medical terminology and medication knowledge.
• Familiarity with Electronic Medical Records is a plus.
• Basic computer skills, including data entry.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, patience, compassion, and empathy.
• Adherence to safety, risk management, and confidentiality protocols (HIPAA).
• Efficient time management with attention to detail.
• Dependability and punctuality.
• Teamwork and adaptability.
• Continuous learning mindset.
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
• Strong communication skills.
• Organizational and prioritization skills.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to handle stressful situations professionally and safely.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

The physical and environmental requirements are representative of those needed to perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations can be made for differently-abled individuals.