Certified Medical Assistant (Bellingham)
Altea HealthcareBellingham, WA, United States7 days ago
Job type
- Full-time
Job descriptionGreet patients and visitors in a professional, courteous manner Manage patient check-in and check-out processes Verify insurance eligibility and collect co-pays or payments Schedule appointments, referrals, and follow-up visits Answer multi-line phones and respond to messages promptly and accurately Maintain patient records and ensure HIPAA compliance Other duties as assigned Certification : Washington State Certification as a Medical Assistant (MA-C) and current Healthcare Provider BLS Certification Education : High school diploma or equivalent; graduation from an accredited MA program Experience : One-year clinical experience in primary care or outpatient setting preferred Knowledge of insurance verification, medical billing, and front desk workflows Skills : Strong communication and organizational skills Proficient in EMR system (AdvancedMD) Ability to multitask and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment Professional, patient-centered attitude with attention to detail Full-time Monday Friday 8am 5pm Schedule flexibility required; potential for four 10-hour days per week as the clinic grows
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Primary Care
Location : Bellingham, Washington
Compensation : $23.00 - $25.00 per hour
Job Type : Full-Time
Position Summary :
This is a fully-time on-site role for a Certified Medical Assistant located in Bellingham WA. The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) plays a vital role in both clinical and front office operations within a primary care setting. This dual-function role supports providers and patients by ensuring efficient patient flow, accurate documentation, and exceptional customer service from check-in to check-out.
Key Responsibilities :
Clinical Duties :
- Greet and room patients; obtain and document vital signs, medical history, reason for visit, obtaining last visit notes and / or lab results
- Assist providers during exams and minor procedures
- Administer medications and vaccines as ordered by the provider
- Perform in-office testing (e.g., EKGs, urinalysis, strep tests) and collect lab specimens
- Performs venipuncture and capillary blood collection as required.
- Ensure proper documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR) AdvancedMD
- Monitor inventory and maintain cleanliness of exam rooms and clinical supplies
- Other duties as assigned
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Certified Medical Assistant • Bellingham, WA, United States