Clinic MA
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Key details
- Salary
- $46K–$56K/yr
- Location
- Burien, WA, United States
- Work style
- Onsite
- Level
- Entry level
- Experience
- 1–2 yrs
- Function
- Healthcare
- Focus area
- other
- Posted
- 1w ago
Skills
care coordinationcustomer servicedata entryemrhipaainjectionsmedical recordsmedical terminologymedication managementvital signs
About the role
Position Summary
South Seattle Otolaryngology, a well-established private practice and care center of Proliance Surgeons, is seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Medical Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate is passionate about providing excellent patient care, able to multitask, and adaptable in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Schedule
Monday-Thursday 7:30a-5p and Friday 8a-12p.
Anticipated pay rate for this position is starting between $22.19 - $27/hr, depending on years of experience; previous Allergy experience will also earn towards this higher end. Final individual compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity and business needs.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
1. Patient Care: Obtain and document vital signs, patient history, allergies, and chief complaints; prepare patients for exams and procedures; assist providers with clinical procedures; and collect laboratory specimens.2. Patient Communication & Follow-Up: Communicate test results as directed, perform phone triage and post-operative calls, respond to voicemail, and coordinate appropriate patient follow-up.3. Medical Records & Documentation: Accurately document clinical information, medications, health history, visits, communications, and follow-up in the electronic medical record.4. Care Coordination & Medications: Coordinate outside diagnostic testing and medical care; assist with referring physician communication, electronic prescribing, and medication management.5. Equipment & Supplies: Prepare, clean, maintain, and stock clinical equipment and supplies; properly dispose of contaminated materials and sterilize instruments.In addition to Medical Assistant general functions, this position will also provide Allergy Services: Perform allergy testing, prepare and mix customized allergy immunotherapy vials, and administer allergy injections under physician supervision. Allergy experience is preferred, but we are happy to train a motivated Medical Assistant who is eager to learn.
Education/Experience
High school graduate or equivalent
Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program preferred, but not required. Will provide training
Current Washington State Medical Assistant Certification preferred, but not required (see above)
1-2 years’ experience in a medical office preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Basic knowledge of medical terminology and medications
Familiarity with or working knowledge of Electronic Medical Records a plus
Basic computer knowledge and skills, including data entry
Superior customer service skills
Impeccable integrity
Great interpersonal skills, demonstrating patience, compassion, empathy and the ability to work well with all types of people
Adherence to all safety, risk management and precautionary procedures, including the consistent respect for confidentiality (HIPAA)
Use time efficiently, with attention to quality, detail, accuracy and completion
Consistency, timeliness and dependability
Effective team membership, supporting and working with others to achieve common goals
Ability to adapt to continuous change/flexibility
Demonstrated ability to continuously learn
Self-motivated; able to work with increasing independence, overcome obstacles and challenges with little supervision
Clear oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated aptitude to organize and prioritize work
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Skilled in coping with fast paced often stressful situations with unpredictable circumstances in a professional, safe, and efficient manner
Self-motivated; able to work following specific guidelines and in accordance with detailed instructions; measure self against standard of excellence, overcome obstacles and challenges with little supervision
Work Environment/Physical Demands
The work environment/physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a teammate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable differently abled persons to perform the essential functions.
South Seattle Otolaryngology, a well-established private practice and care center of Proliance Surgeons, is seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Medical Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate is passionate about providing excellent patient care, able to multitask, and adaptable in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Schedule
Monday-Thursday 7:30a-5p and Friday 8a-12p.
Anticipated pay rate for this position is starting between $22.19 - $27/hr, depending on years of experience; previous Allergy experience will also earn towards this higher end. Final individual compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, qualifications, internal equity and business needs.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
1. Patient Care: Obtain and document vital signs, patient history, allergies, and chief complaints; prepare patients for exams and procedures; assist providers with clinical procedures; and collect laboratory specimens.2. Patient Communication & Follow-Up: Communicate test results as directed, perform phone triage and post-operative calls, respond to voicemail, and coordinate appropriate patient follow-up.3. Medical Records & Documentation: Accurately document clinical information, medications, health history, visits, communications, and follow-up in the electronic medical record.4. Care Coordination & Medications: Coordinate outside diagnostic testing and medical care; assist with referring physician communication, electronic prescribing, and medication management.5. Equipment & Supplies: Prepare, clean, maintain, and stock clinical equipment and supplies; properly dispose of contaminated materials and sterilize instruments.In addition to Medical Assistant general functions, this position will also provide Allergy Services: Perform allergy testing, prepare and mix customized allergy immunotherapy vials, and administer allergy injections under physician supervision. Allergy experience is preferred, but we are happy to train a motivated Medical Assistant who is eager to learn.
Education/Experience
High school graduate or equivalent
Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program preferred, but not required. Will provide training
Current Washington State Medical Assistant Certification preferred, but not required (see above)
1-2 years’ experience in a medical office preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Basic knowledge of medical terminology and medications
Familiarity with or working knowledge of Electronic Medical Records a plus
Basic computer knowledge and skills, including data entry
Superior customer service skills
Impeccable integrity
Great interpersonal skills, demonstrating patience, compassion, empathy and the ability to work well with all types of people
Adherence to all safety, risk management and precautionary procedures, including the consistent respect for confidentiality (HIPAA)
Use time efficiently, with attention to quality, detail, accuracy and completion
Consistency, timeliness and dependability
Effective team membership, supporting and working with others to achieve common goals
Ability to adapt to continuous change/flexibility
Demonstrated ability to continuously learn
Self-motivated; able to work with increasing independence, overcome obstacles and challenges with little supervision
Clear oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated aptitude to organize and prioritize work
Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
Skilled in coping with fast paced often stressful situations with unpredictable circumstances in a professional, safe, and efficient manner
Self-motivated; able to work following specific guidelines and in accordance with detailed instructions; measure self against standard of excellence, overcome obstacles and challenges with little supervision
Work Environment/Physical Demands
The work environment/physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a teammate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable differently abled persons to perform the essential functions.