Medical Assistant-Certified- $4,000 Sign on Bonus! (Chelan Clinic)

Medical Assistant-Certified

Come join our team! We invite you to come grow with our dynamic healthcare organization providing medical, dental and behavioral health services for Chelan and Douglas counties! We offer a progressive and extremely competitive compensation and benefits package.

The Medical Assistant Certified's primary function is to prepare patients for their office visit by obtaining and documenting vital signs and medical history and to provide assistance and support to the professional health care provider and/or nursing staff. This position works within the healthcare team and is responsible for acting on tasks delegated including medication administration, procedure set-up, assistance and follow-through, administration of ordered treatments. This position provides patient care support duties and clerical duties to assist with patient flow.

Essential duties and responsibilities: These functions are fundamental to the role and must be performed with or without a reasonable accommodation.

1. Performs other duties and tasks as assigned by supervisor
2. Start shift on time and meet attendance standards per the FTE assigned in HRIS system.
3. Follow safety policies and maintain a clean, safe work environment.
4. Demonstrate sound work ethics, flexibility, and cultural sensitivity
5. Uphold CVCH's mission and core values in all interactions.
6. Comply with CVCH policies, Joint Commission standards, and HIPPA regulations.

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent. Certified Medical Assistant diploma from an accredited college required.

Certification/Licensure: Must hold Medical Assistant-Certified or Medical Assistant-Certified Interim license upon hire. Must obtain Medical Assistant- Certified license before one year interim permit expires. Current Healthcare Provider CPR certification is required.

Experience: One year in clinic setting or other health care facility providing direct patient care is preferred. Demonstrates competency and meets the minimum requirements of a Medical Assistant.

Skills & Competencies needed:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

• Typical office environment
• Sit, stand, walk, often
• Reach occasionally
• Kneel or crouch minimally
• May need to lift up to 10 pounds
• Visual acuity for close and distance work

Exposure to Hazards: Moderate noise, Standard working conditions

Blood/Fluid Exposure Risk Category I – Tasks routinely involve a potential for mucous membrane or skin contact exposure to blood, fluids or tissue. Use of personal protective equipment (PPE), when appropriate, is required

Age Specific Competency:

1. Neonatal (Birth – 30 days)
2. Infant (30 days to less than 1 year)
3. Pediatric (1 year – 12 years)
4. Adolescent (12 years – 18 years)
5. Adult (18 years – 65 years)
6. Geriatric (65 years – Death)

Benefits:

*Coverage below based on a 1.0 FTE; Medical, Dental, Paid Leave, Holidays are prorated based on FTE

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