Medical Assistant

Washington Hospital

$76K — $86K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent work experience with proficiency in medical terminology and English.
  • Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) credential required.
  • Must possess emotional resilience for a high-stress healthcare environment.
  • Current CPR Certification essential.
  • Typing speed of at least 30 words per minute and minimum 2-3 years of experience with Windows OS and programs, internet skills preferred.
  • Minimum of 2 years recent experience specifically in an Orthopedic Surgery office is necessary.
  • Ability to make sound decisions regarding patient follow-up actions and adapt to changing work assignments.
  • Experience with EMR systems, particularly EPIC and Centricity, is beneficial.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in patient care under the supervision of healthcare professionals.
  • Follow established methods, policies, and standards of the IJJR Clinic.
  • Perform assigned tasks within designated time frames while maintaining accountability.
  • Collaborate effectively with medical staff, patients, and visitors.
  • Handle various administrative duties as required and assigned.
  • Utilize medical knowledge to support office operations and workflow management.
  • Adapt to changes in work assignments and patient needs as necessary.

Benefits

  • Access to training and continued education opportunities.
  • Supportive work environment focused on professional growth.
  • Exposure to a diverse patient population within Orthopedic Surgery.
  • Collaboration with a skilled team of healthcare professionals.
Full Job Description
Description

Salary Range: $36.42 - $41.40 + applicable differentials

Position Summary:

Under the direction and supervision of an MD, RN, or Sr. Office Manager, assumes responsibility and accountability for assignments for a designated time frame, assisting staff in providing patient care according to established methods/policies/standards of IJJR Clinic. In addition to performing the essential functions of the job, may also be assigned other duties as required.

Qualifications:
  1. High school graduate or equivalent work experience, including ability to read, write and comprehend medical terminology and English. Good verbal and written communication skills.
  2. Completion of a Medical Assistant Certification.,
  3. Emotional stamina to work in a stressful environment and relate to patients, hospital staff, and visitors.
  4. Current CPR Certification.
  5. Typing speed 30wpm. Minimum 2-3 years experience with Windows operating system and Windows based programs required. Internet skills desired.
  6. Must include 2 year minimum on the job recent experience necessary; specifically, knowledge in Orthopedic Surgery office.
  7. able to exercise appropriate decision making in determining follow up actions, work effectively under changing work assignments.
  8. Familiar with EMR (EPIC and Centricity experience).


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