Medical Assistant - Puyallup/Tacoma

U.S. HealthWorks is one of the nation's largest providers of occupational medicine and urgent care services.  We are currently seeking an exceptional Medical Assistant (MA) work work in our clinic in the Puyallup/Tacoma area.  Experience in occupational / industrial medicine preferred.

 

Excellent salary and generous benefits!  Hours:  Full-time, 11:00am-7:00pm, two weekends per month

 

 

DESCRIPTION
U.S. HealthWorks offers specialized services, tailored to the needs of each employer that follow employment events from job application to case settlement. We provide services at our network of freestanding medical centers and, on-site, at employer locations.

GENERAL OBJECTIVES
Perform selected medical assisting and administrative/clerical duties that assist in the delivery of primary health care and patient care management under the direction of a physician. These duties are delegated in relation to the individual's degree of training, in accordance with the objectives and policies of the organization and respective state laws governing such action and activities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND CONDITIONS
Work is performed in a medical office environment. Involves frequent exposure to communicable diseases, toxic substances, ionizing radiation, medicinal preparations and other conditions common to a center environment. May involve dealing with angry, upset or uneasy people.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Perform selected nursing and administrative duties. Prepare patients for examination and treatment. Takes patient histories and vital signs. Prepare exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments. Administer injections and applies dressings as instructed. Prepare and maintain supplies and equipment for treatments, including sterilization. Assist physicians in preparing for minor surgeries and exams. Assist with scheduling of tests and treatments. Order and maintain clinical and office supplies and equipment. Maintain patient files, record and other information. Compile and condense technical and statistical data for reports and records. Attend required meetings and participate in committees as requested. Works closely with the physician to receive guidance and instruction for treating patients. Perform direct patient care as instructed by the physician. Complete appropriate documentation on all patients treatedREQUIREMENTSEducation
Knowledge and skills usually acquired through courses imparted by an accredited Medical Assistant program.

Certificate/License Certification obtained from an accredited Medical Assistant program.

Experience Previous experience in a medical setting is desirable.