Medical Assistant

• Provide professional clinical support through established standards and practices
• Coordinate efficient and safe patient care by collecting information, rooming patients, and assisting with or performing designated procedures
• Coordinate direct patient care, information gathering, and transitions of care
• Plan, implement, evaluate, and communicate all phases of patient care within the PRH model
• Establish communication and collaboration with colleagues, patients, and community members
• Plan and prioritize patient care plans and daily clinic work
• Interview patients and caregivers to assist in the patient care plan
• Document patient care conversations, care provided, and other work in the EMR
• Coordinate care for a defined patient panel
• Make decisions based on professional judgment within the legal scope of practice
• Promote a positive work environment
• Train, demonstrate, or guide others, including new staff and medical assistants in training

• Maintain licensure in good standing acceptable in the State of Washington
• Active BLS (basic life support) certification
• Ability to perform required technical skills for a medical assistant
• Ability to perform required technical skills for the specific clinic
• Ability to learn and adapt to technology
• Ability to initiate and participate in activities enhancing clinic and organizational operations
• Ability to manage time, tasks, and resources appropriately
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong typing skills
• Ability to read and write clearly and understand policies, labels, and written instructions
• Ambulatory clinic experience is a plus

Demonstrates expertise in coordinating patient care, implementing care plans, and maintaining effective communication with patients and healthcare teams. Proficient in documenting care in EMR and adhering to clinical standards while promoting a positive work environment.

• Active BLS Certification
• Patient Care Coordination
• EMR Documentation
• Technical Skills for Medical Assistant
• Ambulatory Clinic Experience

• Patient Care Planning
• Information Gathering
• Clinical Support
• Procedure Assistance
• Time Management
• Typing Skills
• Policy Understanding

• Verbal Communication
• Written Communication
• Collaboration
• Adaptability
• Training and Mentoring

• BLS Certification

• Patient Care
• Clinical Standards
• Healthcare Collaboration
• Transitions of Care
• Washington State Licensure