Medical Assistant - Certified, Specialty Clinic SQ

Olympic Medical; Sequim (WA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Olympic Medical Center in Washington’s North Olympic Peninsula is hiring a Certified Medical Assistant for our outpatient clinic. Under the supervision of a provider or Medical Office Nurse Coordinator, you will perform clinical, clerical and administrative duties aligned with your MA training.

Requirements include a high school diploma, completion of WA DOH-accredited MA program, BLS within 30 days of hire, and WA DOH MA certification (approved/interim/pending acceptable for first 30 days).

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of Medical Assistant program accredited or approved by the WA Department of Health required.
• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
• WA State Department of Health Medical Assistant certification required (status can be approved, interim or pending for first 30 days).

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical, clerical and administrative support in an outpatient clinic.
• Work under supervision of a provider or Medical Office Nurse Coordinator.
• Perform duties aligned with MA education, training and certification.

Education

High school diploma/GED

Medical Assistant program accredited or approved by WA DOH

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

ABOUT OLYMPIC MEDICAL CENTER

Imagine working on Washington State’s beautiful North Olympic Peninsula where recreational opportunities abound. Whether you enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, kayaking or cycling, the Olympic Peninsula is home to numerous adventures for outdoor enthusiasts. It's a great place to live, work, play and raise a family. Bordered by the scenic Olympic National Park, the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the Pacific Coast - with Seattle and Victoria, BC just a ferry ride away - you won’t find a better location. You’ll receive a competitive salary, excellent benefits plus an amazing PNW lifestyle – a perfect combination!

FTE: 100% WORK SHIFT Days PAY RANGE: $24.01 - $35.44 UNION: SEIU 1199-Service and Dietary

SHIFT DIFFERENTIALS/PREMIUMS

• Weekend & Holiday Shifts: No Shift Differentials
• Evening - $3.00/hour
• Night - $5.00/hour
• Weekend - $4.50/hour
• Premiums: Per Diem - 15% (on rate of pay, in lieu of benefits)
• Lead - $3.25/hour
• On-Call - $3.00/hour
• Preceptor - $1.50/hour
• Trainer - $1.50/hour

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Medical Assistant – Certified provides clinical, clerical, and administrative tasks in an OMP outpatient clinic. Under the supervision and direction of a provider (physician or advanced practice clinician) or Medical Office Nurse Coordinator, the certified Medical Assistant performs duties that are consistent with his/her Medical Assistant education, training, experience and certification.

Education

• High school diploma/GED required
• Completion of Medical Assistant program accredited or approved by the Washington Department of Health required

Experience

One year of experience in health care in an outpatient clinic preferred (experience specific to the type of clinic being hired for is preferred)

Licensure/Credentials

• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 30 days of hire.
• Current Medical Assistant – Certification issued by the WA State Department of Health. Status can be “approved,” “interim” (subject to passing the required state-approved examination within 12 months or less of the date the interim certification was issued) or “pending” (acceptable for the first 30 days of position only).

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Olympic Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information, please visit www.eeoc.gov.

We welcome you the opportunity to join our team of highly-trained and experienced staff! We offer excellent benefits, competitive salaries and an intentional culture that represents respect and appreciation for all of our employees. OMC cares and is an eligible employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness and other loan forgiveness programs.

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Whether you enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, kayaking or cycling, the Olympic Peninsula is home to myriad opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts, and a great place to live, work, play and raise a family.

I find the staff and employees very caring and open, and I'm thrilled that there was an opening in my specialty to be able to come here. - Dr. Zina Hajduczok

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Employment Policies

• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
• Equal Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)
• Non-discrimination Patient Rights HIPAA