Medical Assistant - EVERETT, SMOKEY POINT, LYNNWOOD AND BOTHELL KP CLINICS.
Job Overview
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $30.35 - $45.17
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
On-call
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Job Description
Kaiser Permanente Washington is a leading integrated managed care consortium, dedicated to providing high-quality, affordable health care services to over 700,000 members across the state of Washington. Recognized as a best place to work, Kaiser Permanente emphasizes diversity, collaboration, mentorship, and fostering a positive, healthy work environment. The organization is committed to delivering exceptional care and improving the health of the communities it serves through innovative health care, a robust support system, and dedicated health professionals. With numerous clinics and medical centers, Kaiser Permanente ensures access to comprehensive health services in Everett, Smokey Point, Lynnwood, Bothell, and other locations throughout... Show More
Job Requirements
- high school diploma or general education development (GED) required
- graduate of an accredited medical assistant program prior to start date/transfer or equivalent military experience with ability to obtain MA-I prior to start date
- interim medical assistant certificate (Washington) required at hire or medical assistant certificate (Washington) required at hire
- medical assistant certificate (Washington) within 12 months of hire
- basic life support required at hire
- if hired as MA-I, must obtain MA-C prior to the expiration of the MA-I credential
- knowledge and skills listed on the Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of Washington Medical Assistant Competencies/Skills Inventory
Job Qualifications
- high school diploma or general education development (GED) required
- graduate of an accredited medical assistant program prior to start date/transfer or equivalent military experience with ability to obtain MA-I prior to start date
- interim medical assistant certificate (Washington) required at hire or medical assistant certificate (Washington) required at hire
- medical assistant certificate (Washington) within 12 months of hire
- basic life support required at hire
Job Duties
- collection of selected data about health status of the patient
- determine consumers purpose for visit, concerns and educational/physical needs
- check and record consumers vital signs
- record pertinent data on the consumers medical record
- recognize urgent/emergent situations and refer them in a timely fashion to physician or nurse
- participate with other health team members in the development of the nursing care plan
- contribute pertinent information to the nursing plan of care and pass it on to appropriate professional provider
- follow through and implement the nursing plan of care safely and completely according to role and team specifications
- document accurate information in proper format
- communicate in an attentive and individualized manner in every encounter
- participate in the coordination and facilitation of care for the patient
- cooperate and communicate effectively with other team members in order to accomplish the workload
- recognize and report obvious psychosocial, cultural and/or emotional needs
- verify the patients understanding of the purpose for visit
- instruct and orient patients and family/significant others to the health care team members, the services available, and the means of access to those services
- participate in the orientation of new consumers to KFHPWs policies and procedures
- demonstrate an awareness of the Consumer Bill of Rights and Responsibilities
- provide instruction to the patient and family/significant others according to the educational plan determined by the professional provider
- provide instruction that matches learning needs and the nursing plan of care
- encourage patient compliance with therapeutic and medical regimens
- under the direction of the professional provider, provide the patient with preventive care information that matches his/her age, sex, and health status
- utilize available health education resources
- reinforce the plan with patient to improve general health status
- accurately document selected patient history observations and procedures
- adhere to KFHPW documentation standards
- provide each patient a safe, comfortable, and private environment
- provide a safe environment for each patient and adhere to KFHPW safety standards
- adhere to KFHPW infection control policies and procedures
- demonstrate responsibility and accountability for practice, for continued growth and self-evaluation
- identify own learning needs and participate in educational efforts to meet those needs
- participate in staff orientation and student education activities
- participate with managers in completing the process for self and colleague/team performance reviews
- consistently demonstrate an appearance consistent with current KFHPW dress code policy
Job Qualifications
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Job Location
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