Description : $6,500 sign on bonusJob Summary : Kaiser Permanente Washington serves over 700,000 members across the state of Washington and is growing We believe that achieving total health for our members takes teamwork and we are looking for exceptional team members who thrive on delivering an exceptional experience for our members and patients.
Kaiser Permanente Washington is recognized as a best place to work that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, practices mentorship, and believes in a positive, healthy work environment.
Our Medical Assistants (MA) play a critical role and are key to our promise on delivering an exceptional patient experience.
As an MA at Kaiser Permanente you will be part of a world class care team working with outstanding nurses, physicians, physicians assistants and nurse practitioners to provide the best care possible.
Join us in our mission to provide high-quality, affordable health care services and to improve the health of our members and the communities we serve.
Essential Responsibilities : Collection of selected data about health status of the patient. Determines consumers purpose for visit, concerns and educational / physical needs.
Checks and records consumers vital signs. Records pertinent data on the consumers medical record. Recognizes urgent / emergent situations and refers them in a timely fashion to physician or nurse.
Participates with other health team members in the development of the nursing care plan. Contributes pertinent information to the nursing plan of care and passes it on to appropriate professional provider.
Follows through and implements the nursing plan of care safely and completely according to role and team specifications.
Documents accurate information in proper municates in an attentive and individualized manner in every encounter. Participates in the coordination and facilitation of care for the patient.
Cooperates and communicates effectively with other team members in order to accomplish the workload. Recognizes and reports obvious psychosocial, cultural and / or emotional needs.
Verifies the patients understanding of the purpose for visit. Instructs and orients patients and family / significant others to the health care team members, the services available, and the means of access to those services.
Participates in the orientation of new consumers to KFHPWs policies and procedures. Demonstrates an awareness of the Consumer Bill of Rights and Responsibilities.
According to the educational plan determined by the professional provider, provides instruction to the patient and family / significant others.
Provides instruction that matches learning needs and the nursing plan of care. Encourages patient compliance with therapeutic and medical regimens.
Under the direction of the professional provider, provides the patient with preventive care information that matches his / her age, sex, and health status.
Utilizes available health education resources. Reinforces the plan with patient to improve general health status.Accurately documents selected patient history observations and procedures.
Adheres to KFHPW documentation standards. Provides each patient a safe, comfortable, and private environment. Provides a safe environment for each patient and adheres to KFHPW safety standards.
Adheres to KFHPW infection control policies and procedures.Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for practice, for continued growth and self-evaluation.
Identifies own learning needs and participates in educational efforts to meet those needs. Participates in staff orientation and student education activities.
Participates with managers in completing the process for self and colleague / team performance reviews. Consistently demonstrates an appearance consistent with current KFHPW dress code policy.
Basic Qualifications : Experience N / AEducation High School Diploma OR General Education Development (GED) required. Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program prior to start date / transfer or equivalent Military experience with ability to obtain MA-I prior to start date.
License, Certification, Registration Basic Life Support required at hire Interim Medical Assistant Certificate (Washington) required at hire OR Medical Assistant Certificate (Washington) required at hire Additional Requirements : If hired as MA-I, must obtain MA-C prior to the expiration of the MA-I credential.
Knowledge and skills listed on the Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of Washington Medical Assistant Competencies / Skills Inventory.
Preferred Qualifications : N / A Primary Location : Washington,Redmond,Redmond Medical Center Scheduled Weekly Hours : 40 Shift : Day Workdays : Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri Working Hours Start : 08 : 00 AM Working Hours End : 04 : 00 PM Job Schedule : Full-time Job Type : Standard Employee Status : Regular Employee Group / Union Affiliation : J02SEIUSEIU Service Unit Job Level : Individual Contributor Department : Redmond Medical Center - Primary Care - 1130 Pay Range : $22.
37 - $27.13 / hour Sign on bonus : $6500.00 The ranges posted above reflect the location in the job posting. The salary range may vary if you reside in a different location or state than the location posted.
Travel : No At Kaiser Permanente, equity, inclusion and diversity are inextricably linked to our mission, and we aim to make it a part of everything we do.
We know that having a diverse and inclusive workforce makes Kaiser Permanente a better place to receive health care, a more supportive partner in our communities we serve, and a more fulfilling place to work.
Working at Kaiser Permanente means that you agree to and abide by our commitment to equity and our expectation that we all work together to create an inclusive work environment focused on a sense of belonging and wellbeing.
Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.
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