Medical Assistant - Podiatry​/Wound

About Summit Pacific Medical Center

Summit Pacific is a vibrant and expanding public hospital district operating 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.”

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

$25.51 - $35.60

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.

• 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 optimal clinic operations and patient experience. Communicates wait times as needed.

• Assists with treatments and procedures within MA scope of practice. Assembles required supplies and ensures adequate consent. Notifies patients of test results as directed by providers.

• Administers immunizations within MA scope of practice, under supervision and as ordered by the medical provider. Ensures all medications are signed by the delegator and the medical assistant and sent to the Department of Health.

• Maintains accurate and timely records by filing 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.

• Performs daily room checks and stocks exam rooms with needed supplies. Manages sample medications, checks for expirations monthly, and documents orders and inventories of immunizations accurately.

• Coordinates with Environmental Services to maintain a clean environment. Cleans exam tables, countertops, and storage areas. Demonstrates good infection control practices in all aspects of daily work. Performs special projects and other related duties as assigned.

• Adapts to changes in the work environment, asking clarifying questions and providing constructive input.
• Builds and maintains working relationships with supervisor, coworkers, and across the organization.
• Creates positive experiences for patients, customers, and coworkers, consistently providing a level of service that meets SPMC standards.
• Participates in ongoing skills training and competency development; assists in training others.
• Successfully performs job duties with quality, accuracy, quantity, and timeliness, re‑prioritizing as needed.
• Actively engages in team activities, welcoming and supporting new team members.
• Treats others with courtesy and respect, avoiding gossip and triangulation.
• Supports SP mission, vision, and values by participating in departmental strategies and tactics.

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.

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

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

Knowledge of medical assistant duties and scope of practice; proficiency in Microsoft Office products and electronic medical records; working knowledge of medical terminology; accurate and timely documentation; effective interpersonal and communication skills; ability to read, write and speak English; ability to follow oral and written instructions; independent judgment, problem‑solving, organization, prioritization, and collaboration with providers, other health care professionals, managers, and patients.

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