Certified Medical Assistant

Job Summary The 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 and Benefits 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 weekends Medical, dental and vision benefits Available HSA and FSA options Mental health and wellness benefits through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Basic life insurance, and long term disability coverage Robust 401K package: Automatic 3% employer contribution on day one + up to 3% employer match Accrue up to 17 days of PTO per year for all eligible new employees Generous PTO rollover + PTO cash out opportunities 9 paid holidays Annual, automatic compensation growth path Profit sharing Continuing education reimbursement by position Options for Pet Insurance, Legal / ID Protection, and more Location 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 hours Hours Mon 630a-300p, Fri 1030a-700p, Sat/Sun 630a-700p Essential Job Functions Undergo Peripheral IV Access and De-Access competency training and skills sign-off Check 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. Diagnostic Radiology Positions Patient-oriented tasks: Prepare patient for examination using AIDET, including properly identifying patients, escorting patients through the clinic, explain gowning and patient safety measures. Telephone and in-person screening, limited to intake and gathering of information without requiring exercise of judgement. Assist patient in the exam room, including patients with mobility limitations Take patient vital signs Obtain a history from the patient pertinent to the exam being done Provides patients with after exam instructions and expectations Complete modality safety screening form with the patient Start IVs using established procedures When necessary, obtain labs pertinent to the exam being done Place EKG leads as needed for certain exams Assist with setting up coils and phantom equipment Observe patient signs and symptoms Properly prepare pathology samples for lab processing Set-up exam room and sanitize exam room, including restocking linens and supplies Administrative-oriented tasks: Access and utilize Medinformatix (RIS) to: Monitor appointment lists Perform patient check-in and scheduling as needed Assist registration specialists as needed Access and utilize PACS system as needed Obtain chart notes and prior exam results pertinent to the studies being done on patients falling under proper criteria Maintain and record medication records Following up on test results as directed by a health care practitioner. Upload CD images and burn CDs Provide accurate information to key customers. Qualifications Education/Work Experience High 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 Requirements Medical Assistant – Certified in WA state HIV/AIDS course completion Current BLS certification Job Knowledge/Skills High 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 procedures Ability to manage multiple tasks and carry out instructions effectively Ability to demonstrate effective customer service skills Have effective oral and written skills, communicating professionally with other employees, medical facilities, patients, and customers Physical Requirements Work 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 Requirements Work 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 Conditions Work environment consists of normal office or administrative working conditions. There may be exposure to communicable diseases. There will be limited exposure to ionizing radiation. #J-18808-Ljbffr DINW – 222 Puyallup