Job Details
Qualifications
- Communication skills
- Customer service
- High school diploma or GED
- Management
- Medical office experience
- Microsoft Excel
Benefits
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Job Description
Washington Gastroenterology believes that digestive health is the foundation for a healthy life. We are committed to improving the quality of life and longevity of our patients and our communities through the prevention, detection, and treatment of gastrointestinal diseases.
We are WAGI
WAGI is seeking a Per Diem Clinical Assistant to join our Clinic location. The Clinical Assistant is a great entry-level opportunity for someone that has some medical office experience or education and would like to expand their experience obtaining a MA-R. The Clinical Assistant provides direct patient care in the medical office setting using sound judgment and cognitive abilities to make patient care decisions consistent with the needs of the patient.
Responsibilities
Prepares patient for examination by greeting patient in a positive, professional manner, gathering patient vitals, including weight, blood pressure, pulse rate, and respirations, and escorting patient to exam room
Updates and documents patient's current medications, problem list, allergies, and health history, and relevant problems and/or complaints in the patient medical record
Provides instruction, education, and direction to patients on routine medical questions, procedures and ordered tests
Manages routine clinic in-box requests
Supports administrative functions of the medical office by assisting the administrative staff when needed
May assist in scheduling of patient procedure, lab, and x-ray appointments, as well as follow-up visits for the patient. Assures the patient is scheduled at the appropriate facility, that the patient is aware, and that the information is documented in the medical record
Documents all patient care encounters accurately, completely, and in a timely manner
Maintains exam rooms, cleansing between patients and restocking as needed
Identifies safety issues or areas of concern and notifies Clinic Manager
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED required
Medical field education at a technical college or equivalent is preferred
WA Medical Assistant – Registered (MA-R) licensure preferred or must be obtained within 60 days of hire
Current CPR certification preferred or must be obtained within 30 days of hire
One year clinical and/or medical office experience required or equivalent education/experience
Skills and Abilities
Communicate professionally with other medical facilities, patients, and team members
Ability to maintain confidential information and work within the policies and procedures that govern patient care and confidentiality
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Strong ability to work within a team in a fast-paced environment adapting to changes and variation in assignments and tasks
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and carry out instructions effectively
Exhibits strong listening skills and effective customer service skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office products, specifically Excel and Word
Ability to learn and work in health management information systems
Physical Activities and Requirements
Occasional travel may be required to other local locations on an as-needed basis to back-fill for vacations, etc.
Prolonged periods of standing and walking
Prolonged periods of sitting/stationary work and performing administrative duties including the use of computers and phones
Ability to bend, stoop, squat and kneel occasionally
Ability to assist patients supporting weight, assisting in positioning of patients, etc.
Ability to grasp small objects and manipulate medical instruments
Ability to reach including reaching overhead and below waist
Ability to lift 10 pounds frequently, occasional lifting 25 pounds
Ability to push/pull up to 50 pounds
Washington Gastroenterology has an excellent compensation and benefit package that includes the following:
The Per Diem staff member has a flexible schedule based on Clinic needs, typically of 1-2 shifts per week.
All employees will be eligible to accrue PTO at a rate of .04 hours per payroll hour (1.6 hours for a 40 hour week) which can be used for and exceeds the required mandatory WA State and other local ordinances.
This is an Hourly position and the anticipated Compensation range is $19.13 - $23.63. The hired applicant is also eligible for annual discretionary bonuses.