Medical Assistant - Certified

Get to know Summit Pacific Medical Center:

Your trusted partner in Health and Wellness, Summit Pacific is a vibrant and expanding public hospital district that operates a Critical Access Hospital with a Level IV trauma designation, three rural healthcare clinics, and a seven-day-a-week urgent care clinic. Our vision is “Through Summit Care, we will build the healthiest community in the Nation.” Our hospital is unique due to its size and accessibility. We pride ourselves on our ability to give patients quick access to a provider.

• Critical Access Hospital
• 24/7 Emergency Department
• Level II Cardiac Center
• Level III Stroke Center
• Level IV Trauma Care

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Pay Range (depending on experience):

$25.51 - $35.60.

Job Summary

Working as an integral member of the clinic team, the Medical Assistant supports and assists health care providers by performing patient care duties to facilitate smooth, efficient, high quality care and positive experiences for Summit Pacific patients.

Job Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• *Performs patient care within the MA license scope of practice. Carries out providers’ orders accurately and in a timely manner. Facilitates patient flow to ensure optimize clinic operations and patient experience. If wait times are apparent, communicates to patients, providers, and coworkers.
• *Assists with treatments and procedures within MA scope of practice. Assembles all needed supplies. Ensures that adequate consent has been obtained by provider prior to all procedures when necessary. Notifies patients of test results, as directed and requested by providers. Documents presenting complaint; follows clinic policies and procedures for rooming patient and completing vital signs. Prepares patients for provider’s exam. Maintains current information on the patient’s health/care status.
• *Administers immunizations within MA scope of practice and under supervision of, and as ordered by, the medical provider. (The administration of controlled substances by health care assistants is prohibited by state law.) Ensures that all medications administered are signed by the delegator and the medical assistant and sent to the Department of Health.
• *Maintains accurate and timely records. Files documents in the electronic health record daily.
• *Communicates regularly with referral coordinators to ensure accurate and timely referral process for consults, exams, diagnostics, and procedures. Completes referral tasks in a timely and accurate manner.
• *Performs daily room checks and stocks exam rooms with all needed supplies. Manages sample medications. Checks for outdates monthly. Documents, orders, and inventories immunizations accurately and appropriately.
• *Coordinates with Environmental Services to maintain a neat and clean environment. Cleans exam tables and countertops and maintains cupboards and storage areas in good order. Consistently performs and demonstrates good infection control practices in all aspects of daily work.
• Performs special projects and other related duties as assigned.
• *Essential Job Function

Staff Member Responsibilities

• *Adapts to changes in the work environment: Asks clarifying questions and/or provides constructive input in a helpful and respectful manner. SENIOR: Demonstrates flexibility.
• *Builds and maintains working relationships: Maintains effective working relationships with supervisor and direct co-workers. SENIOR: Builds and maintains relationships across the organization.
• *Creates positive experiences for patients, customers and, co-workers: Consistently provides a level of service that meets SPMC standards. SENIOR: Anticipates others’ needs and responds proactively; goes above-and-beyond to provide exceptional service.
• *Demonstrates ongoing learning & development: Participates in ongoing skills training and competency development. SENIOR: Assists in training others.
• *Exhibits effective work skills: Successfully performs job duties in accordance with SPMC expectations for quality/accuracy, quantity, and timeliness. Re-priorities and/or shifts focus as needed to deliver expected results. Demonstrates initiative; successfully performs advanced job duties. Monitors workload and effectively prioritizes tasks to achieve desired results.
• *Facilitates Teamwork: Actively engages in team activities. Welcomes and supports new team members; promotes a positive work environment. SENIOR: Meets team deadlines and responsibilities. Helps orient and acclimate new team members.
• *Fosters an environment of trust: Treats others with courtesy and respect. Does not engage in gossip or triangulation. SENIOR: Is respectful and courteous in difficult situations. Redirects those who engage in behavior that undermines trust.
• *Supports SP mission, vision, and values: Develops awareness of departmental contribution to mission, vision and strategy. Participates in department strategies and tactics. SENIOR: Provides thoughtful and constructive input for strategic planning. Takes initiative to execute tactics.

Organizational Responsibilities

In addition to the duties and responsibilities listed above, all employees are expected to adhere to Summit Pacific behavior and patient experience standards, comply with policies, procedures, and regulatory guidelines; and act in an ethical, professional, respectful, and collaborative manner.

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an approved certified medical assistant program.

Required Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations

• Current Washington State Department of Health Medical Assistant Certification and Licensure.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, required within 90 days of hire.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Knowledge of medical assistant duties and scope of practice; knowledge and skill in techniques of good patient care.
• Proficient in the use of current technology, including Microsoft Office products. Ability to learn and effectively use electronic medical records and other systems and equipment.
• Working knowledge of Medical Terminology.
• Ability to maintain accurate and timely documentation and records.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to read, write and speak the English language. Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform a wide variety of assignments that require the use of independent judgment, problem-solving, organization, prioritization, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to cultivate effective working relationships and work in collaboration with providers, other health care professionals, managers, and patients.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting less than 10 lbs is performed frequently (30–70% of the time).

• Lifting 10–35 lbs is performed occasional (10–30% of the time).

• Lifting more than 35 lbs is performed seldom (1–10% of the time).

• Carrying less than 10 lbs is performed frequently (30–70% of the time).

• Carrying 10–35 lbs is performed occasional (10–30% of the time).

• Carrying more than 35 lbs is performed seldom (1–10% of the time).

• Pushing and pulling 0–35 lbs occurs seldom (1–10% of the time).

• Sitting occurs occasional (10–30% of the time).

• Standing occurs frequent (30–70% of the time).

• Walking occurs constant (over 70% of the time).

• Bending/stooping occurs constant (over 70% of the time).

• Crouching occurs seldom (1–10% of the time).

Sensory Requirements

• Vision: Within normal range with or without corrective devices.
• Hearing: Within normal range with or without corrective devices.
• Speech: Within normal range with or without corrective devices.

FTE:

1Work Shift:

SVC Contract 10 hour shifts in a 40 hour work weekWorking Location:

Elma, Washington

Benefits:

Our uniquely designed benefits are here to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally and achieving financial security!

We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

Benefits offered by SPMC:

• Competitive Compensation
• Medical
• Prescription
• Dental (including Orthodontia)
• Vision
• Healthcare FSA and daycare FSA
• Daycare subsidized benefit
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Short- and long-term disability
• Generous employer 403b match contributions for retirement
• 457 retirement account for additional funds
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Smoking Cessation Assistance
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Committees to participate in such as Spirit Team
• Beautiful on-site gym for employees
• Instructor led fitness classes for employees, including Yoga, Kettlebells and Bootcamps
• Walking trails on site

Additional Information:

• Summit Pacific is a vibrant and expanding nonprofit public hospital district serving east Grays Harbor County, Washington. Founded in 1982, Summit Pacific now operates three locations comprised of a critical access hospital, primary care clinics, an urgent care clinic and range of ancillary and specialty services.
• Far enough to have privacy and enjoy the small-town lifestyle, yet close enough to have the benefits of the city. There are many year-round recreational activities in and around Grays Harbor such as:
• Hiking/ walking trails – whether you’re looking for short easy walking trails or long hikes you can find many trails located either on site or just miles from Summit Pacific. There are many great hiking trails about an hour away at the Quinault Rainforest which is also the home of some of the largest trees in the world!
• Kayaking – There are many areas that are easily accessible and have beautiful views.
• Nature viewing – Multiple whale watching towers and tours, state parks, Olympic Game Farm (where you can feed the animals straight from your car)
• Fishing & Hunting – If you’re looking for areas to hunt/ fish or looking for guided tours this is a great area! Westport is just 42 miles away with many opportunities to catch or buy fresh fish off the docks!
• Other activities – Multiple museums, winery, arcades, rentable mopeds, Seabrook (vacation beach town), many areas to surf for experienced surfers and surfing lessons for those who want to learn.
• Nearby colleges – Grays Harbor College is a community college located in Aberdeen with other community colleges located in surrounding areas, as well as some state colleges and universities in other areas of WA state.

Summit Pacific Medical Center is an equal opportunity provider and employer that is committed to a policy of non-discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, arrest and court record, sexual orientation, and status as a covered veteran. This policy covers admission and access to, and participation in, treatment and employment in the hospital’s programs, activities, services, and employment.

This organization participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a service that verifies authorization to work in the U.S. through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the U.S. Department of Social Security (SSA). For further information on E-Verify contact DHS at 1-888-464-4218.