Job Information
Washington State University Medical Assistant in Pullman, Washington
Medical Assistant
Available Title(s):
287G-YNCSNPS - Medical Assistant
Business Title:
Medical Assistant
Employee Type:
Classified
Time Type:
Full time
Position Term:
11 Month
Position Details:
Summary of Duties:
The Medical Assistant position is responsible for performing duties required to assist Healthcare providers (HCPs) at Cougar Health Services. The duties of the position include but are not limited to: assist in the examination and treatment of ambulatory patients; preparation of patient and environment for treatment; may conduct basic CLIA-waived laboratory tests; care of the patient after treatment; patient education, clerical reception functions; and other duties assigned.
Required Qualifications:
• Completion of a Medical Assistant course accredited by the American Association of Medical Assistants or the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation (CAHEA); OR high school graduation or equivalent AND one year of experience providing direct patient care in a health care setting; OR equivalent education/experience.
• Washington State Medical Assistant-Registered (MA-R) credential submitted within fourteen days of hire; OR Washington State Medical Assistant-Certified (MA-C) upon hire.
• Ability to learn and proficiently perform the MA skills outlined in this position description.
• Perform MA skills competencies within probationary period and annually.
• Maintain biannual Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider certification
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience working as a Medical Assistant.
• Experience in documenting and maintaining electronic medical records.
• Experience in preforming laboratory tests, procedures or treatments, such as specimen collection, procedures for sterilizing equipment and instruments.
• Experience setting up for special procedures.
• Experience in assisting with minor surgical procedures.
COVID-19 Vaccine Information:
Washington State University requires employees in healthcare facilities to be vaccinated against COVID-19. As a condition of employment, you must be fully vaccinated or have an approved medical/religious accommodation by time of hire. People are considered fully vaccinated two weeks after receiving their last shot in a vaccine series. Full vaccination status or an approved accommodation will be verified prior to your first day of work. Should you not be fully vaccinated or have an approved medical/religious accommodation you will not be able to start employment with WSU. Please contact HRS at mailto:hrs@wsu.edu or 509-335-4521 for information regarding vaccine verification and/or requesting a medical/religious accommodation.
Additional Information:
Area/College:
Student Affairs
Department Name:
Cougar Health Services
City, State, Zip:
Pullman, WA 99164
Department Link:
https://cougarhealth.wsu.edu/
Monthly Salary:
$3,454 to $4,602 | Range 41 (Steps A-M) | Successful candidates typically begin at the beginning of the salary range and receive scheduled salary increment increases in accordance with https://https/app.leg.w