Medical Assistant

Job Description

• Escorts patients to and from exam rooms, provider offices, and treatment rooms as appropriate.

• Records patient data prior to each provider visit, including but not limited to, vital signs, height, weight, allergies, and medication changes.

• Obtains all necessary patient records as required by provider and verifies presence of consent prior to treatment or procedures.

• Prepares and stocks exam/treatment rooms and orders supplies as needed.

• Assists providers with exams and procedures as requested.

• Assists with delegated patient education activities including but not limited to distributing education literature, etc.

• Obtains blood specimens from peripheral sites as needed and in accordance with OSHA and universal precautions.

• Documents all elements of care. Communicates all pertinent information to the attending provider.

• Maintains all exam/treatment room disinfection protocols. Processes instruments and equipment as needed. Adheres to CCNW policies regarding use of protective personal equipment (PPE) and hygiene standards in workplace.

• Provides telephone or in-person screening limited to intake and gathering of information without requiring the exercise of judgment based on clinical knowledge. Communicates clinical information from screening interviews to appropriate providers/supervisors in a timely manner to support care coordination.

• Phones in prescriptions, complete with proper documentation, and keeps an accurate medication list for all patients under his/her care.

• Schedules patient tests, procedures and hospital admissions and schedules appointments to follow-up on test results, as applicable.

• Assists with select pre-authorizations and pre-certifications as needed. Informs provider of patient reschedules and no shows.

• Obtains new patient records and previous test results, x-rays, scans, etc.

• Performs other administrative duties, i.e. typing, filing, faxing, reception, etc, as requested by supervisor or provider.

• Maintains indigent drug program and sample drug program as assigned.

• Maintains current knowledge of oncology nursing by participating in ongoing educational opportunities.

• Participates in professional development activities and maintain professional affiliations.

• Maintains patient confidentiality.

• Performs all other duties/responsibilities as necessary or assigned.

Hard Skills

• MA-C or MA-R or DOH Nursing Assistant certified in hospital or clinic setting

• CPR certification

• 5+ years of experience as MA preferred

• Phlebotomy experience preferred

Job Type

This is a contract position with a duration of 26 Week(s).

Work Site

This is a fully on-site position in Spokane, Washington.

Work Environment

While performing the essential duties/responsibilities of this job, the employee: • will not be exposed to any workplace environmental conditions caused by extreme noise, heat, cold, workplace hazards, or atmospheric dusts/fumes/vapors/mists • will be exposed to blood borne pathogens • will be exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals • will be exposed to ionizing radiation, medical preparations, and other conditions common to an oncology/hematology clinic environment

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms.  If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.