Medical Assistant-Certified (Float) ($5,000 in bonuses your first year!)

CHAS Health; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual milestone bonus

Health coverage

401(k) with match

PTO

Tuition assistance

Student loan repayment

CME reimbursement

Job summary

CHAS Health in Spokane, WA is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care at an assigned clinic. You will greet patients, prepare them for providers, assist with examinations, perform phlebotomy and immunizations, and help maintain clean exam rooms.

The role requires completion of accredited MA training, certification within 120 days, and prior experience in community health or EHR systems. CHAS Health offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, paid time off, tuition assistance, and

Qualifications

• Completion of medical assistant training through an apprenticeship program registered and approved by WA L&I or ABHES/CAAHEP-accredited college program.
• Certification through AAMA, NHA or NCCT required within 120 days of hire.
• Washington locations require Medical Assistant - Certified credential issued by WA Dept of Health.
• Experience in community health clinic and EHR preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and escort to exam rooms; inform patients of delays.
• Prepare patients for providers and maintain efficient patient flow.
• Perform phlebotomy and laboratory procedures as directed.
• Administer injections and immunizations.
• Maintain clean, stocked exam rooms and sterilize instruments.
• Assist providers with procedures and patient education.
• Obtain prescription refills under provider direction.
• Manage referrals and required documentation.
• Adhere to safety protocols and PPE use.
• Answer phones, schedule patients, and support care team.
• Support CHAS Health mission and core values.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Multi-tasking

Computer skills

Medical terminology

BLS/ CPR

Education

MA training program

WA MA-Certified credential

Job description

Job Description

Purpose of Job: Improve the overall health of the communities we serve by managing patient care at assigned medical clinic by performing the following duties:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Greets variety of patients and escorts to exam room; informs patient of time delays throughout visit.
• Prepares patients for provider; anticipates needs of provider to maintain efficient patient flow.
• Performs phlebotomy and laboratory procedures as directed by provider.
• Performs and documents injections and immunizations.
• Ensures exam rooms are clean, stocked, and ready for patients.
• Cleans, prepares, and sterilizes instruments.
• Assists provider with procedures, exams and patient education.
• Obtains prescription refills under the direction and authorization of provider.
• Manages appropriate patient referrals and required documentation.
• Observes and follows required safety protocols, including handling and disposal of sharps, use of personal protective equipment, exposure to blood borne pathogens, and general safety of employees and patients.
• Answers telephones, schedules patients, and supports care team members.
• Performs other duties assigned, including supporting the CHAS Health Mission and Core Values.

Qualifications

• Completion of medical assistant training through an apprenticeship program registered and approved by the WA Department of Labor & Industries or college program accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education School (ABHES) or the Commission of Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) required.
• Certification through the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), National Healthcareer Association (NHA) or National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) required within 120 days of hire.
• Washington locations also require a Medical Assistant - Certified credential issued by Washington State Department of Health.
• Previous experience in a community health clinic preferred.
• Experience with EHR preferred.

Skills: Excellent customer service, oral and written communications skills required. Compassion for patients required. Must be able to work well in team environment. Ability to multi-task in fast-paced work environment, with ability to anticipate future needs. Basic computer user skills required. Medical terminology and accurate spelling ability required. BLS (CPR/AED) required. Commitment to supporting a safe and respectful environment is required.

Physical Demands

Medical Assistants are required to stand, sit, and be mobile one-third to two-thirds of the time. They are required to use hands to finger, handle or feel over two-thirds of the time, as well as reach with hands and arms. Climbing or balancing occurs less than one-third of the time; while stooping, kneeling or crouching occurs between one-third and two-thirds of the day. Communicating by talking / hearing occurs over two-thirds of the day. Amount of time spent lifting or exerting force is about 50% for up to 10 pounds and less than one-third of the time up to 25 pounds. Rarely is there a need to lift more than 26 pounds.

Our Core Values

#INDHP Our core values are our foundation, the guiding sense of direction for our organization: Social Responsibility, Patient-Centered, Entrepreneurship, Respect for Human Dignity, Commitment to Continuous Quality Improvement, Fun. CHAS Health | Equal Employment Opportunity In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions at CHAS Health will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. CHAS Health does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Working Here | Experience Serving Your Community If you are looking to foster a fulfilling career path while serving your community, you are in the right place. All careers at CHAS Health allow you to make an impact on patient's lives and our greater community. No matter what clinic or location you join, you become a part of the bigger picture - providing trustworthy, patient-centered, and attentive care to anyone who walks through our doors. We continue to expand operations and are regularly looking for talented and dedicated individuals to help us continue to make a difference in patient lives. Challenging the status quo starts with you - get started today.

Everyone Welcome From the beginning, we strongly believe that all people have the right to high-quality health care. Our goal is to remove barriers to care and provide high-quality, evidence-based care in a place that is convenient - in your neighborhood. We believe everyone deserves to be treated with dignity and respect regardless of their situation.

Compensation Range: $23.75 - $33.86 Check out our work perks here!

Competitive Compensation & Exceptional Benefits at CHAS Health

• Annual milestone bonus for all eligible employees! $500 for every year worked, up to $5,000.
• Robust health coverage with employer-offered medical, dental, vision, long-term care, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with up to 6% employer match for a retirement plan that invests in your future.
• Work/life balance - enjoy more than six (6) weeks of paid time off (PTO) annually for full-time employees, to recharge and refresh.
• Tuition assistance and student loan repayment - let CHAS Health pay for your education!
• Up to $7,500 for childcare annually through reimbursement, to help you balance work and family life.
• CME and license fee reimbursement - we've got you covered.

*Offered benefits dependent upon employee eligibility and criteria