Job Title: Medical Assistant

This role encompasses both administrative and clinical tasks, including maintaining patient records, preparing patients and examination rooms, and assisting physicians during exams. The position requires a blend of clerical, customer service, and medical skills to ensure efficient and effective patient care.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update patient records accurately.
• Prepare examination rooms and patients for physician evaluations.
• Assist physicians during patient examinations.
• Take vital signs such as pulse and blood pressure.
• Update medications, allergies, and other relevant information in patient medical records.
• Perform medical procedures, specimen collection, and laboratory testing.

Essential Skills

• Certified Medical Assistant certification.
• Experience with EPIC and EHR/EMR systems.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required before starting.
• WA Medical Assistant Certification.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in medical assisting within adult outpatient clinics preferred.
• Experience working in pulmonology or respiratory clinics is advantageous.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment.

Work Environment

• The role operates in a dynamic outpatient clinic setting. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, from 8 AM to 5 PM. Flexibility may be required to float to different areas if needed.
• 3 Month Contract with potential for extension/conversion to permanent