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Confluence Health
Medical Assistant Certified - Neurology
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What they do
A Medical Assistant assists physicians and other medical specialists with routine administrative or clinical tasks. Organizes patient records, schedules appointments, and prepares medical equipment. May specialize in administrative or clinical work, or specialize in a particular area of medicine, i.e. assisting in the office of an ophthalmologist (eye specialist). Works in medical offices.
$51,757 / year median in Washington
+10% projected growth
Job Description
Salary Range $22.54
- $35.
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. Administer injections and medications as directed by the provider. Administer 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. Responsible for maintaining clean exam rooms, cleaning instruments and stocking items for use in the exam and procedure rooms. Required to maintain active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification. 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.
Desired:
Previous experience as a Medical Assistant in an ambulatory care setting. Basic computer skills. 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 HeightO Reaching:
Above shoulder heightO Reaching:
Below shoulder height- C Climbing
- Not specified
Pulling/Pushing:
25 pounds or lessF Pulling/Pushing:
25 pounds to 50 poundsF Pulling/Pushing:
Over 50 poundsF Lifting:
25 pounds or lessF Lifting:
25 pounds to 50 poundsO Lifting:
Over 50 poundsO Carrying:
25 pounds or lessF Carrying:
25 pounds to 50 poundsO 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.Job Classification:
FLSA:
Non-Exempt Hourly/Salary:
Hourly Physical Exposures For This Position:
Unprotected Heights- No Heat
- No Cold
- No Mechanical Hazards
- No Hazardous Substances
- Yes Blood Borne Pathogens Exposure Potential
- Yes Lighting
- Not specified Noise
- No Ionizing/Non-Ionizing Radiation
- Yes Infectious Diseases
Yes 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.