Certified Medical Assistant

Certified Medical AssistantThe shortest distance to far away, check out Oak Harbor! The community – Oak Harbor, Washington.Oak Harbor is a city located on Whidbey Island in Island County, Washington, a large island just north of Seattle. Situated between the mainland and the Olympic Peninsula, it is Washington's largest island. With the surplus of state parks, charming storefronts, and stunning sunset views, it's also a top-weekend destination for the Seattle metro. Explore Ebey's Landing National Historical Reserve, or check out Deception Pass State Park, one of Washington's best state parks which occupies Whidbey Island's northern tip and the southern tip of Fidalgo Island. Or, if you're looking more for the city experience, Seattle is just 35 miles away via WA-525 and I-5 South where you can dive right into the unrivaled natural beauty and world-class attractions to major sports teams, a thriving arts and culture scene, and beyond, where there's always something to do in Seattle. Explore the island here!About the facility – Naval Branch Health Clinic Oak Harbor.The provision of healthcare was established at the time Naval Air Station, Whidbey Island (NASWI) was commissioned in 1942. Originally a department under the Naval Air Station and funded by the Bureau of Weapons and Docks, the hospital was located in the building that now houses Skagit Valley College, just outside the main gate to the Seaplane Base. The Family Practice Clinic, consisting of Pediatrics, Medical Clinic, Aviation Medicine, and Dental, was located on Ault Field across from where the base gas station is now. The hospital at the Seaplane Base had Surgical and Outpatient Clinics, OB/GYN, Operating and Delivery Rooms, Pharmacy, Laboratory, Supply, and administrative offices. Today, Naval Health Clinic Oak Harbor continues to push forward with hard work and dedication as we transition under the new leadership of Defense Health Agency and into a new decade of success focused on Readiness, Quality and Health.Facility address: 3475 N Saratoga St, Oak Harbor, WA 98277.Certified Medical Assistant - Responsibilities (listed are included but not limited to)Prepare examination rooms prior to the patient's arrivalAssist with patient check-ins, admissions, discharges, and transfers as directedCheck patient's vital signs, to include temperature, respiration, pulse, weight, blood pressure, and pulse oximeter readingObtain and document patient's current medical history, drug history, chief complaints, allergies and vital signs on the correct formPerform diagnostic procedures when orderedMaintain examination room stock levels and perform routine maintenance of examination roomsComplete lab and x-ray requisitions in accordance with clinic policiesEnter demographic data into the computer upon patient check-in; enter diagnosis and departing time when patient is released.Certified Medical Assistant - RequirementsEducation: Graduate from a medical assistant training program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) or a formal medical services training program of the United States Armed Forces.Certificate: Current certification as a medical assistant by the AAMA, NHA, ARMA, NCCT, AMT, or AMCA.Experience: Must have one year experience.Terms: Services shall be provided Monday-Friday, between the hours of 0700 and 1630 hours. Shifts will normally be scheduled for an 8.5-to-9-hour period, to include an uncompensated 30-to-60-minute lunch break, respectively. In no instance will regular services provided be in excess of 80 hours per two-week period. No work will be required on federally recognized holidays.KurzSolutions is committed to improving health outcomes by providing well-managed companies with the top healthcare talent in the market. KurzSolutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.