Medical Assistant Lead
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Job Location:
Silverdale, WA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
3 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Where Youll Work
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.
Today as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person body mind and spirit in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.
Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services from routine wellness to complex disease management all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.
We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health you become part of a team that delivers top-quality professional healthcare in modern well-equipped facilities and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.
Job Summary and Responsibilities
Sign on Bonus for qualifying new external Certified Medical Assistants available!
Franciscan Medical Group as part of Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is currently seeking a full-time Clinic Medical Assistant Lead for the Franciscan Cardiovascular Consultants Clinic in Silverdale WA. Seeking motivated individual to join our patient centered team. This individual will support a fast-paced Center for Cardiovascular Health Team. Great work environmentThis an exciting opportunity to work in a team-based environment. Competitive pay and great schedule. Free parking with no weekends or organizationally recognized holidays required.
About Your Position:
As a Medical Assistant you will work as a member of a care team to provide care and support to patients under the direction of a physician or mid-level provider.
LEAD: Act as a lead in the department; a resource for staff members while working closely with Supervisor/Manager to continually update and improve functions and help with special projects; may assign work duties to staff as approved by the supervisor and assist in administering policies and procedures; may assist with training and evaluating new and existing employees.
Your daily responsibilities will include the following types of things:
- Greeting and preparing patients for their visit with the provider by obtaining and recording their vital signs and other information such as height weight drug allergies current medications and presenting problem
- Assisting with diagnostic tests and clinical procedures such as venous and capillary invasive procedures for blood draws intradermal (including skin tests) subcutaneous and intramuscular injections
- Administering medications and vaccinations
- Managing patient flow ensuring enough time for patient and family education
- Preparing and sterilizing instruments and maintaining equipment and patient care areas clean and orderly
- Scheduling patient appointments and other administrative duties as needed
- Actively participating in continuing education required meetings and committees as requested
- May perform medical scribe duties under the direct supervision and review of the attending provider and in compliance with the FMG Medical Scribe Program Policy.
- LEAD: Act as a resource for staff members troubleshoot most difficult problems within the department and find appropriate solutions.
- LEAD: Work closely with Supervisor/Manager to continually update and improve functions. Assist in planning and implementing new procedures.
- LEAD: Transmit work instructions from the Supervisor/Manager to staff assign work duties to the staff as approved by the Supervisor providing a smooth flow of work through the department; notify the Supervisor/Manager as needed.
- LEAD: Assist with interviews orientations training and evaluating new and existing employees within the department following appropriate policies and procedures. Provide feedback to the Supervisor as appropriate.
Job Requirements
Job Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
- Washington State Certification as a Medical Assistant-Certified.
- In the last three- (3) years one (1) year experience as a Certified Medical Assistant in a clinic or acute care setting preferred
LEAD: Relevant experience in a senior role/lead experience required or equivalent experience required
Licensure/Certifications:
- Washington State Certification as a Medical Assistant-Certified.
- Current Healthcare Provider BLS Certification.
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Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Clinical Laboratory Experience
- Athenahealth
- Algebra
- eClinicalWorks
- Primary Care Experience
- Phlebotomy
- Medical office experience
- Vital Signs Experience
- Experience Administering Injections
- Medical Terminology
- Medication Administration
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