Medical Assistant Certified - Dermatology

Confluence Health

Wenatchee, Northern (WA, KY)

Hybrid

USD 31,000 - 51,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Accounts

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plans

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Gym Membership Discount

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Adoption Assistance

Shift Differential

Job summary

Confluence Health in Washington state seeks a Certified Medical Assistant to support providers and care teams with patient care and clerical duties. The role emphasizes accurate vital signs, patient flow, injections, and charting in the EMR.

Responsibilities include assisting with examinations, coordinating tests, and communicating with patients and pharmacies. Requires active MA-C license and CPR certification, with 1-year commitment to Confluence Health.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED.
Accredited Medical Assisting program graduate, or externship program, OR Medical Assistant Apprentice with completion of the curriculum, passed the CCMA exam, and is awaiting InReach committee consideration to receive Medical Assistant -Certified (CM) Licensure.
Active Medical Assistant Interim (IC) or Medical Assistant - Certified (CM) license through the Washington State Department of Health or Internal Apprentice awaiting licensure.
Basic Life Support (CPR) certification (within 90 days of hire).

Responsibilities

Greets patients in a prompt and friendly manner and prepares patient for exam; in conjunction with clinical team to maintain timely flow of patients.
Obtains and records appropriate vital signs, per department protocols or guidelines in the EMR.
Obtains patient medical history and reason for visit; documents accurately to maintain a complete medical record.
Administers injections and medications as directed by the provider.
Assists in procedures and minor emergencies, as directed by the provider or RN within MA-C scope of practice.
Schedules lab, x-ray, and other tests as directed by the provider; instructs on specimen collection; reports results as directed.
Communicates with patients, relays information to the provider, and follows up with patients regarding medications.
Maintains clean exam rooms, cleans instruments and stocks items daily.
Available to float for cross-coverage across Ambulatory Care Network.
Maintains active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification and adheres to safety protocols.

Skills

CPR Certification

Patient care

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

MA Certification prep / externship

WA MA license progression

Tools

EPIC EMR

Job description

Salary Range

$22.54 - $37.06

Overview

Located in the heart of Washington, we enjoy open skies, snow-capped mountains, and the lakes and rivers of the high desert. We are the proud home of orchards, farms, and small communities. Confluence Health actively supports the communities we serve and their quality of life through our community support program and through our individual efforts as involved community members.

Employees of Confluence Health receive a wide range of benefits in addition to compensation.

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Saving Accounts
Paid Time Off
Generous Retirement Plans
Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability
Gym Membership Discount
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Adoption Assistance
Shift Differential

Summary

$3,000 Sign On Bonus for Certified Medical Assistants!

No experience necessary.

Must have active MA-C license and be an external applicant.

*Requires 1 year commitment to Confluence Health*

The Medical Assistant Certified will assist the provider and health care team in providing excellent customer service and quality patient care by performing a variety of clerical and patient-related tasks. Duties may include but are not limited to: injections, measuring patient vital signs (weight, height, blood pressure, pulse, respirations, and temperature), managing rooming and patient flow, pre-visit preparation, assist with the patient visit, post-visit duties, informing the provider of schedule changes that impact patient flow. May assist with front office activities, scheduling tasks and reporting test results as directed by the provider.

Position Reports To:Practice Manager

Essential Functions

Greets patients in a prompt and friendly manner and prepares patient for exam; in conjunction with clinical team to maintain timely flow of patients.
Obtains and records appropriate vital signs, per department protocols or guidelines in the electronic medical record (EMR).
Obtains patient medical history and reason for visit; documents accurately, in order to maintain a complete and legally correct medical record.
Administers injections and medication as directed by the provider.
Assists in procedures and minor emergencies, as directed by the provider or RN with in the Medical Assistant Certified scope of practice.
Schedules lab, x-ray, and other tests as directed by the provider. Instructs the patient in routine collection of samples; testing procedures and general requirements by specific depts. Provides follow-up lab results and callbacks to patients as delegated.
Communicates with patients, relays important information to the provider, and provides follow-up to the patient. Tasks may include contacting the pharmacy with medication orders and medication refills.
Responsible for maintaining clean exam rooms, cleaning instruments and stocking items for use in the exam and procedure rooms daily.
Available to “float” as this role involves cross-coverage for clinics to ensure adequate staffing and continuity of care across Ambulatory Care Network.
Required to maintain active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Demonstrate Standards of Behavior and adhere to the Code of Conduct in all aspects of job performance at all times.

Qualifications

Required:

High school graduate or GED.
Accredited Medical Assisting program graduate, or enrolled in externship program, OR Medical Assistant Apprentice with completion of the curriculum, passed the CCMA exam, and is awaiting InReach committee consideration to receive Medical Assistant -Certified (CM) Licensure.
Active Medical Assistant Interim (IC) or Medical Assistant - Certified (CM) license through the Washington State Department of Health or Internal Apprentice awaiting licensure.
Basic Life Support (CPR) certification (within 90 days of hire).

Desired:

Previous experience as a Medical Assistant in an ambulatory care setting.
Basic computer skills.
Experience with EPIC electronic health records.

Physical/Sensory Demands

O = Occasional, represents 1 to 25% or up to 30 minutes in a 2 hour workday.

F = Frequent, represents 26 to 50% or up to 1 hour of a 2 hour workday.

C = Continuous, represents 51% to 100% or up to 2 hours of a 2 hour workday.

Physical/Sensory Demands For This Position:

Walking - F
Sitting/Standing - C
Reaching: Shoulder Height - O
Reaching: Above shoulder height - O
Reaching: Below shoulder height - C
Climbing - Not specified
Pulling/Pushing: 25 pounds or less - F
Pulling/Pushing: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - F
Pulling/Pushing: Over 50 pounds - F
Lifting: 25 pounds or less - F
Lifting: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - O
Lifting: Over 50 pounds - O
Carrying: 25 pounds or less - F
Carrying: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - O
Carrying: Over 50 pounds - O
Kneeling - O
Bending/Stooping/Crouching - F
Twisting/Turning - F
Repetitive Movement - C

Working Conditions:

Work is performed at a work station and in patient exam rooms, where space may be limited and confined. Requires a combination of working closely with others. Hours may be irregular at times; overtime may be required. Requires working under stressful conditions. General supervision is provided by the Practice Manager with additional instructions, guidance, and directions provided by the providers with whom the Medical Assistant Certified is working.

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