Medical Assistant

Responsibilities

• Assist healthcare providers with the examination and treatment of ambulatory patients
• Prepare patients and the clinical environment for medical treatments
• Conduct basic CLIA-waived laboratory tests
• Provide patient education and post-treatment care
• Perform clerical reception functions and other assigned clinical duties

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant course (AAMA or CAHEA) OR high school graduation with one year of direct patient care experience
• Washington State Medical Assistant-Registered (MA-R) credential submitted within 14 days of hire, OR Washington State Medical Assistant-Certified (MA-C) upon hire
• Maintain biannual Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider certification
• Ability to perform and maintain required Medical Assistant skill competencies

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working as a Medical Assistant
• Experience documenting and maintaining electronic medical records (EMR)
• Experience with specimen collection, laboratory testing, and equipment sterilization
• Experience setting up for special procedures or assisting with minor surgical procedures

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, life, and disability insurance
• Paid sick and vacation leave plus paid holidays
• Retirement programs and deferred compensation options
• Employee tuition waiver and training/development opportunities

About the Company

Washington State University is a premier land-grant research university dedicated to academic excellence and innovation. Cougar Health Services provides essential healthcare support to the WSU community in Pullman, WA.