Associate Medical Assistant - VASCULAR SURGERY

Providence; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence is seeking a Medical Assistant I to support licensed practitioners by delivering basic patient care under supervision, and by performing administrative duties as needed. The role emphasizes adherence to policies and patient-focused service.

Ideal candidates have accredited training or military medical training and relevant certifications, and are prepared to obtain and maintain Washington MA certification and CPR/BLS per hire. EHR experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have completed accredited medical assistant training with hands-on clinical experience.
• Washington MA Certification required upon hire.
• Within 30 days of hire: BLS from American Heart Association.
• Relevant medical assisting experience in a clinic setting (0–6 months).
• Two years of medical training in the U.S. Armed Forces may substitute.
• Apprenticeship or structured medical assistant program acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Assist licensed practitioner in providing basic patient care under delegation.
• Meet basic patient care needs through administrative and clinical duties.
• Adhere to established policies, procedures, and regulations.

Skills

Vital signs

Injections

Medication administration

Education

Washington Medical Assistant Certification

Medical assistant training/apprenticeship

Two years of medical training (US Armed Forces)

Accredited school with hands-on clinical training

National Provider BLS - American Heart Association

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Job description

The MA I works unders the delegation of a licensed practioner to perform duties as directed to assist in providing basic patient care to assigned patients. Basic patient care needs will be met though both administrative and clinical duties. An MA I is expected to perform in accordance with established policies, procedures, and regulations.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Swedish Health Services DBA Swedish Medical Group and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualifications:

• Coursework/Training Graduate of an accredited school that includes hands on training in a clinical setting for medical assistants Or
• Coursework/Training Graduate of a registered medical assistant apprenticeship program Or
• Coursework/Training Has completed two years of medical training in the United States Armed Forces Or
• Coursework/Training Minimum one year of work experience as a medical assistant that includes the following clinical skills: obtaining vital signs, administering injections, and medication administration Or
• Upon hire: Washington Medical Assistant Certification
• Within 30 days of hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association
• Medical assisting experience in a clinic setting (0-6 months)

Preferred Qualifications:

• 6 months Prior experience providing a high level of customer service in a fast paced environment.
• 6 months Previous experience in a healthcare setting working with an Electronic Health record (EHR).

Why Join Providence?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of improving the health and wellbeing of each patient we serve.