Certified Medical Assistant (MA-C) - Part-Time Primary Care

University of Washington Medical Center; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

UW Medicine Primary Care at Shoreline is seeking a Part-time Medical Assistant - Certified (MA-C) to join our team. The role supports a busy primary care clinic with patient rooming, vital signs, and preparation of exam rooms.

Responsibilities include assisting providers, conducting point-of-care tests, and coordinating patient flow. A Washington MA-C certification or progress toward it, and current BLS CPR are required to ensure high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Medical Assistant course accredited by CAAHEP/ABHES or equivalent.
• Must be Washington State Medical Assistant-Certified or achieve within 6 months of hire.
• Valid American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider CPR.
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Room patients, take vital signs, and reconcile records.
• Prepare and clean exam rooms.
• Recognize symptoms of common medical illnesses and report to provider.
• Act as a liaison between patient, family, and providers.
• Assist provider with procedures and medical exams.
• Perform point of care testing and report abnormal laboratory values.
• Assist in transporting patients as required.

Education

Washington State MA-C certification

CAAHEP/ABHES Medical Assistant program

Job description

UW Medicine Primary Care at Shoreline is seeking a Part-time Medical Assistant - Certified (MA-C) to join our team. The role supports a busy primary care clinic with patient rooming, vital signs, and preparation of exam rooms.

Responsibilities include assisting providers, conducting point-of-care tests, and coordinating patient flow. A Washington MA-C certification or progress toward it, and current BLS CPR are required to ensure high-quality patient care.