Clinic MA (MA-C)

Overview

Job Title : Certified Medical Assistant (MA-C)

Location : Tacoma, Federal Way, and Gig Harbor (Travel to all clinics required).

Schedule : Full-time, 40 hours per week, 7 : 30 AM - 6 PM, Various days a week. No nights, limited Saturday hours, and closed on Sundays and major holidays. Saturday rotation is required approximately once every 6-8 weeks (8 AM - 1 PM).

Pay : $24.40 - $37.46 per hour (commensurate with experience), plus a $5,000 Sign-On Bonus paid in installments at 90 days, 6 months, and 1 year.

About Us

At Pediatrics Northwest, we’ve been providing exceptional pediatric care to children and families in our communities since 1980. As a leading multi-specialty group, we are committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate healthcare. Our dedicated team of professionals works together to achieve the best outcomes for our patients, while fostering a positive and supportive work environment. We prioritize work-life balance for our staff and support continuous professional development.

About the Position

We are seeking a dedicated Certified Medical Assistant (MA-C) to join our team. In this role, you will be essential in supporting providers with patient care, ensuring the highest standards of care and efficiency in a collaborative environment.

As a Certified Medical Assistant, you will be responsible for gathering patient information, assisting with examinations, performing clinical procedures, and supporting the overall workflow in a fast-paced environment. Your role will contribute to ensuring a positive patient experience while supporting the healthcare team.

Key Responsibilities

• Obtain patient medical history, review medication dosage and frequency, confirm allergies, and clarify the purpose of the visit or treatment.
• Take vital signs, including height, weight, head circumference, temperature, respirations, pulse rate, and blood pressure.
• Enter completed screening forms into the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
• Conduct hearing and vision testing.
• Collect patient samples such as throat and nasal swabs.
• Prepare specimens for lab testing and assist with medical procedures like circumcisions, Nexplanon insertions, suture removals, etc.
• Administer immunizations, distribute VIS forms, and complete immunization checklist.
• Administer immunotherapy and review pre-injection questionnaires.
• Administer medications as ordered by the provider.
• Enter procedure or order results into the EMR system.
• Clean and sanitize exam rooms between patient visits and sterilize medical equipment.
• Stock exam rooms with necessary supplies daily.
• Document fridge and freezer temperatures daily to ensure proper storage.
• Monitor and address in-basket inquiries at your assigned location daily.
• Travel to our Federal Way, Gig Harbor, and Tacoma clinics based on staffing needs.

Minimum Qualifications

Benefits

Candidate required to pass background check and drug screen. Pediatrics Northwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pediatrics Northwest complies with Washington state regulations regarding COVID-19 vaccination for healthcare professionals, and all employees are required to be vaccinated.

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