Certified Medical Assistant

Certified Medical AssistantThe Certified Medical Assistant is responsible for providing support to technologists and other clinical site staff as needed and displays a high level of customer service skills, multi-tasking skills, and is a strong team player. The Medical Assistant (MA) demonstrates significant familiarity with standard concepts, practices and procedures within an imaging center including but not limited to interviewing patients, measuring and recording information in patient charts, and preparing and maintaining examination and treatment areas. This position relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job as established by practice medical and administrative leadership. The MA works under immediate supervision and assumes other responsibilities as assigned by the Site Operations Supervisor and other clinical leadership.Pay: $22.79 - $36.74 per hour based on relevant experience, skills, and abilities.Benefits + Perks:Prioritize your work / life balance - No on-call or overnight shifts!Shift differentials for any hours worked after 6PM or on the weekendsMedical, dental and vision benefitsAvailable HSA and FSA optionsMental health and wellness benefits through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Basic life insurance, and long term disability coverageRobust 401K package: Automatic 3% employer contribution on day one + up to 3% employer matchAccrue up to 17 days of PTO per year for all eligible new employeesGenerous PTO rollover + PTO cash out opportunities9 paid holidaysAnnual, automatic compensation growth pathProfit sharingContinuing education reimbursement by positionOptions for Pet Insurance, Legal / ID Protection, and moreLocation: This role will be located at our Puyallup Imaging Center - 222 15th Ave SE Puyallup, but daily schedule will include other TRA/DINW locations as well.Schedule: 1.0 FTE - 40 hoursHours: Mon 630a-300p, Fri 1030a-700p, Sat/Sun 630a-700pAbout TRA Medical ImagingTRA Medical Imaging is a premier, physician-owned and physician-led radiology practice with a 100+ year history of serving the communities of the South Puget Sound region. Centered in Tacoma, WA, TRA has a geographic presence extending from Seattle to Olympia. TRA takes pride in diversity and inclusion, a philosophy that aligns well with our Pacific Northwest values.We are led by a progressive group of approximately 100 sub-specialized radiologists who take pride in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care while fostering a practice culture intended to feel more like a family than a corporation.Why Choose TRA Medical ImagingTRA is an independent, stable, and diversified practice with a broad clinical and geographic footprint. Our governance structure is transparent, democratic and equitable with an unwavering commitment to physician leadership and autonomy. As part of that promise, TRA welcomes employee participation and collaboration and is committed to providing personalized professional development opportunities.Our commitment to culture is evidenced by our certification as a great workplace by the independent analysts at Great Place to Work and embodied by our mission statement: Trust our family to care for yours. TRA has been the respected provider of excellence in medical imaging in the South Sound since 1918. Join our team as we write the next 100 years of the TRA story.Essential Job Functions:Undergo Peripheral IV Access and De-Access competency training and skills sign-offCheck work email daily.Perform all other related duties as assigned.Handle routine office administrative procedures including word processing, sorting and reviewing referrals, faxing and keeping workstations/patient areas clean and organized.Have general knowledge or radiology procedures including: X-Ray, Bone Densitometry, CT, Mammography, MRI, PET/CT, and Interventional Radiology.Qualifications:Education/Work ExperienceHigh school diploma or GED required.One year clinical and/or office experience preferred.Completion of a Medical Assistant course accredited by the American Association of Medical Assistants or the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation (CAHEA)Licensure/Certification RequirementsMedical Assistant – Certified in WA stateHIV/AIDS course completionCurrent BLS certificationJob Knowledge/SkillsHigh proficiency in the use of computers and information systems such as Radiology Information (RIS) and Picture Archiving and Communication Systems (PACS).Have general knowledge of radiology procedures including: X-Ray, Bone Densitometry, Mammography, CT, MRI, Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine, and Interventional Radiology.Compliance with the TRA Medical Imaging incident reporting policy and proceduresAbility to manage multiple tasks and carry out instructions effectivelyAbility to demonstrate effective customer service skillsHave effective oral and written skills, communicating professionally with other employees, medical facilities, patients, and customersPhysical RequirementsWork is classified as moderate in physical requirements. Must be able to assist in supporting patients of varying weight. Ability to stand, walk or sit for extended periods of time. Reaching by extending hand(s) or arm(s) in any direction. Also requires manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator and other office equipment as necessary.Mental RequirementsWork requires high attention to detail and the ability to handle mentally stressful situations. The ability to maintain high level of sensitivity towards confidential information is also required.Working/Environmental ConditionsWork environment consists of normal office or administrative working conditions. There may be exposure to communicable diseases. There will be limited exposure to ionizing radiation.