Medical Assistant - Allergy & Asthma

Pediatrics Northwest, PS; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 39,123 - 58,244; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employee premium covered for health and vision insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match

Generous PTO

Paid Holidays

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Tacoma is seeking a Medical Assistant to join their Allergy & Asthma team. Responsibilities include supporting clinic operations, preparing patients for examination, and performing administrative tasks. The ideal candidate will have a medical assistant certification, experience in pediatric care, and a passion for supporting children's health. This position offers generous benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program with externship completed in a pediatric setting.
• Certified Medical Assistant license as set forth by the State of Washington, Dept of Health.
• 1 to 2 years Medical Assistant experience in an office setting, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work with Providers or float in the clinic providing clinic support.
• Perform screenings and prepare patients for examination by provider.
• Room patients and document vital signs.
• Administer immunizations, allergy shots, and medications.

Skills

Basic understanding of human anatomy and physiology

Skills in grammar and spelling

Education

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program

Certified Medical Assistant license

Current Health Care Provider level CPR certification

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Pediatrics Northwest is looking for a Medical Assistant to join our Allergy & Asthma team!

Schedule

4 Days / Week – 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM. No weekends, no nights, and closed for major holidays.

Pay

$28.40-$42.28/hour. Salary commensurate with experience.

Location

Tacoma, Gig Harbor, and Federal Way. Must be willing to travel to all clinics.

Medical Assistant Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with Providers or float in the clinic providing clinic support.
• Perform screenings and prepare patients for examination by provider.
• Room patients; obtain and document vital signs; enter clinical documentation in EPIC; administer immunizations, allergy shots, and medications; process prescriptions; and support clinic operations by assisting with phone calls.
• Perform routine laboratory and diagnostic testing such as peak flow and spirometry.

Qualifications – Minimum Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program with externship completed in a pediatric setting (preferred); basic understanding of human anatomy and physiology; skills in grammar and spelling.
• Certified Medical Assistant license as set forth by the State of Washington, Dept of Health; Current Health Care Provider level CPR certification.
• 1 to 2 years Medical Assistant experience in an office setting, preferred.

Benefits

• Health and Vision Insurance: 100% employee premium covered.
• Dental, Orthodontia, Life, and Voluntary Insurance Plans.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Employer match and profit sharing.
• Generous PTO: 3 weeks of PTO during the first year of employment, available after 90 days.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Support for your well-being.
• Paid Holidays: 8 per year.

Candidate required to pass background check and drug screen. Pediatrics Northwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pediatrics Northwest is adhering to Washington State Laws regarding Health Care Professionals and the COVID-19 vaccine and employees must be vaccinated.

If you are interested, please apply directly on our website: Pediatrics Northwest (recruitingbypaycor.com)