Posted 1mo ago

Medical Assistant

@ Metropolitan Development Council
Tacoma, Washington, United States
$23-$29/hrOnsiteFull Time
Responsibilities:document records, take vital signs, administer medications
Requirements Summary:Complete MA training per WA WAC 246-827-0200; pass MA exam; active MA-Certified with WA DOH; minimum 2 years MA experience.
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Job Description

The Medical Assistant works as a member of an interdisciplinary team in one of MDC’s behavioral healthcare programs, providing quality guest/client care by performing a variety of administrative and clinical procedures under the supervision of a licensed healthcare practitioner within the scope of their practice. 




  • As directed, perform tasks and procedures within scope of practice, documenting accurately and completely in the medical record of MDC clients/guests.

  • Document client/guest data and interaction in the medical record completely and accurately and file progress notes and reports as directed.

  • Take and document accurate vital signs.

  • Administer medications, and intravenous injections.

  • Collect and prepare specimens for testing, including blood draws.

  • Accurately document relevant client/guest symptoms, observations, and procedures.

  • Communicate in an attentive and client-centered manner in every interaction.

  • Obtain and record client/guest medical history.

  • Other duties as assigned.



 



Schedule: Mon - Fri, 8am - 4pm



Compensation & Benefits:




  • starting rate: $23.92/hour

  • union representation

  • health/vision/dental/life insurance

  • 403(b) retirement plan

  • employee assistance program

  • 13 days vacation per year

  • 13 sick days per year

  • 12 paid federal holidays + 1 floating holiday