Certified Medical Assistant and Preceptor ($5,000 Sign-On Bonus + Pay Differential)

Certified Medical Assistant And Preceptor

Kinwell was founded on the principle of personalized, whole-hearted care for every patient. We believe the best healthcare is a conversation, and one that includes nutrition, fitness, sleep, and behavioral health. Our Clinicians and Clinic Support staff drive real change in their patient's well-being. Along the way, we are setting a new standard for primary care, making it more accessible, impactful, and holistic.

Kinwell fosters a culture that promotes employee growth, collaborative innovation, and inspired leadership. We bring agility to work every day and thrive on the opportunity to create something refreshing and new. This is where you come in. If you are looking for a new primary care opportunity, one based on the quality of care, not the quantity of patients, please consider our available positions.

Kinwell is hiring a Certified Medical Assistant and Preceptor to join our Ballard clinic in Seattle, WA. This role will assist with prepping charts for daily appointments, managing the patient's appointment schedule, maintaining the cleanliness and supplies in the patient exam and waiting area, communicating patient status and needs to the clinician and assisting with check-out and follow up duties for patients. This role will also act as the Medical Assistant Preceptor for their clinic, supporting onboarding and clinical development of new and early career Certified Medical Assistants.

Kinwell offers a $5,000 sign on bonus for external applicants and eligible rehires for this position. This role qualifies for +7.5% pay differential for employees working as a Preceptor. This role also qualifies for an additional +7.5% pay differential for employees assigned to a home location in a qualifying Kinwell Clinic, which is currently our Ballard, Denny Way, and Westlake clinics.

What you'll do :

• Act as a preceptor for Medical Assistants, providing hands-on guidance, clinical support and mentorship.
• Demonstrate best practices, ensuring consistency in clinical and operational procedures across the team.
• Offer feedback and support in the development of clinical skills and workflow efficiency.
• Offer one-on-one support to assist Medical Assistants in achieving proficiency in all required clinical tasks.
• Greet patients and prepare them for physical examinations, including obtaining vital signs, weight, height, reviewing medications and medical history, allergies, and performing all ancillary tests required.
• Assist physicians during patient examinations and treatment.
• Provide patients with information regarding their visits and ensure comfort before and during exams.
• Set up for and assist in procedures as needed.
• Dispense medications and medical supplies as ordered by the physician.
• Perform ancillary tests such as rapid testing, blood draws, and other routine lab procedures as ordered by the physician.
• Assist in preparing specimens for laboratory testing and manage lab-related documentation.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of examination rooms, clinic spaces, equipment, and stockrooms throughout the day.
• Perform routine maintenance checks and sterilization of medical equipment.
• Ensure clinic rooms and lab areas are properly stocked with necessary supplies and materials.
• Maintain inventory of lab and clinic supplies and reorder as necessary to ensure sufficient stock levels.
• Assist with managing clinic and clinician schedules to maximize efficiency and patient flow.
• Collaborate with Patient Care Coordinators (PCC) to review visit schedules and support daily clinical huddles.
• Facilitate daily huddle review of visit schedule for any patients requiring assistance from multiple care team resources or who have special needs or considerations for a successful visit.
• Ensure accurate record-keeping and documentation of patient visits, tests, and treatments in the electronic medical records (EMR) system.
• Follow HIPAA guidelines and safety rules as outlined in training.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to discussions regarding patient care, clinic operations, and workflow improvements.

What you'll bring :

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Vaccine Requirement :

Kinwell currently requires all teammates to provide proof of or complete a written attestation of a religious or medical exemption for influenza, COVID-19, and Hepatitis B vaccines. Healthcare providers may also be subject to CDC recommended vaccines.

Kinwell provides equal employment opportunities to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information or other protected status. Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodations under the terms of the American with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is an adjustment to our standard application and / or interview process which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Kinwell. Please inform our Talent Acquisition team if you are requesting an accommodation to participate in the application process.

What we offer :

The pay for this role will vary based on a range of factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's geographic location, market conditions, and specific skills and experience. National Plus Salary Range : $53,700.00 - $80,600.00. National Plus salary range is used in higher cost of labor markets including Western Washington and Alaska.