Medical Assistant - Walk In Clinic

PeaceHealth; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 35,294 - 47,637; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

PeaceHealth is seeking a Medical Assistant for the Walk-In Clinic in Bellingham, Washington. This is a part time role requiring 0.80 FTE and offers a salary range of $25.62 – $34.58 per hour, based on experience and training.

The position includes responsibilities like preparing patients for examination, maintaining treatment rooms, and assisting in patient scheduling. Applicants must complete an accredited Medical Assistant program and have a Washington Medical Assistant certification.

A comprehensive benefits package including medical and retirement plan options is also offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year in a medical office preferred.
• State of Washington Medical Assistant - certified licensure required.
• Basic Life Support required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examination and record patient history.
• Maintain exam and treatment rooms and medical supplies.
• Give injections and facilitate simple wound management.
• Assist in scheduling patient appointments and maintain files.
• Collaborate with personnel for smooth clinic operations.

Skills

Knowledge of age-specific principles

Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality

Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members

Proficiency with computer and office equipment

Time management and prioritization

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Understanding of asepsis principles

Education

Accredited Medical Assistant program

Job description

Job Description

PeaceHealth is seeking a Medical Assistant – Walk In Clinic for a Part Time, 0.80 FTE, Variable position. Salary range: $25.62 – $34.58 per hour. Hiring rate is dependent upon education, training, experience, and other factors. Hiring bonus may be available.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examination, treatment, or anesthesia interview and take/record patient history and vital signs.
• Prepare exam and/or treatment rooms; select, set up, and maintain medical supplies and equipment for all examinations and procedures.
• Give injections, apply splints and dressings, and facilitate simple wound management under provider orders.
• Prepare and maintain supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization.
• Transport specimens as needed.
• Assist in scheduling patients for tests, initial and follow‑up appointments.
• Maintain patient files, records, and other information, including entry of data into the electronic medical record.
• Provide phone screening of the patient to appropriate clinical staff and/or physician.
• Collaborate with a variety of personnel and departments to ensure smooth clinic operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education:

• Accredited Medical Assistant program required.
• Accredited Medical Office Assistant program that allows the caregiver to sit for the MOA certification exam considered.
• Medical Assistant apprenticeship considered.

Experience:

• Minimum of 1 year in a medical office preferred.

Credentials:

• State of Washington Medical Assistant – certified licensure required.
• State of Washington Medical Assistant – Interim Certified credential accepted; caregiver must obtain Medical Assistant‑Certified (Non‑Interim) credential within 12 months of issuance of interim credential by the State of Washington.
• Basic Life Support required upon hire.
• National Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) preferred.

Skills:

• Demonstrated knowledge of age‑specific principles of growth, development, and life stages; required.
• Ability to maintain patient privacy and confidentiality; required.
• Ability to collaborate with other multidisciplinary team members; required.
• Proficiency with computer and office equipment; familiarity with desktop computing tools, multi‑line phone systems, and insurance billing preferred; required.
• Ability to efficiently manage time and prioritize multiple tasks; required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; required.
• Understanding of asepsis principles as applicable; required.

Working Conditions

Patient Handling: No greater than 35 lbs. without the use of assistive equipment. Fine motor skills to grasp and control medical equipment. Push/pull up to 45 lbs. force. Perform hands‑on CPR at least 20 mins using 100–125 lbs. force; frequency should be seldom or occasionally. Ability to move around area with frequent sitting. Bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, kneeling frequently. Lifting (non‑patient) up to 20 lbs. occasionally and 5 lbs. frequently.

Environmental Conditions: Exposure to biohazard, body fluids, and airborne particles. Tasks must be completed in a noisy environment.

Mental/Visual: Vision and hearing within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted). Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.

Benefits

PeaceHealth offers a comprehensive benefits package, including full medical/dental/vision coverage; a 403(b) retirement plan with employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer‑paid life and disability insurance with buy‑up coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits; and an expanded Employee Assistance Program and mental health program.

EEO Statement

PeaceHealth is an equal opportunity employer. We affirm acceptance of veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable local, state, or federal laws.