Lead Medical Assistant – Oncology Clinic

Fred Hutch Cancer Center; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Retirement plan

Job summary

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle, WA is seeking a Medical Assistant Supervisor to coordinate and supervise MA and Nursing Assistant staff, ensuring safe, high-quality patient care in the General Oncology Unit.

The role requires active MA certification in WA, BLS, and Surgical Technologist registration within 30 days (if applicable), plus 2+ years as MA and 1 year in lead roles. Strong leadership and EMR skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Education to obtain MA certification in WA.
• Currently a Certified Medical Assistant in WA; familiar with WA conduct and practice.
• Surgical Technologist Registration in WA within 30 days where applicable.
• BLS certification required every two years.
• Minimum 2 years as a Medical Assistant, preferably in ambulatory oncology.
• 1 year in lead or similar role of progressive responsibility.
• Experience with process improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Hires, orients, supervises, trains staff and conducts competency assessments.
• Evaluates performance and recommends promotions and pay changes; assigns disciplinary actions.
• Manages scheduling, time-off requests, and timecards for the team.
• Coordinates with providers and nursing staff on room assignments, patient flow, and clinic prep.
• Acts as role model and represents staff interests in planning and budgeting.
• Intervenes in patient crises with problem solving and de-escalation.
• Designs and conducts internal quality assurance audits; takes corrective actions.
• Holds staff accountable and sets performance standards.
• May cover for other Medical Assistant Supervisors as needed.

Skills

Staff supervision

Patient care coordination

Quality assurance

Emergency response

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

Feedback delivery

Electronic Medical Records

Education

Medical Assistant Certification (WA)

Surgical Technologist Registration (WA)

BLS Certification

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center in Seattle, WA is seeking a Medical Assistant Supervisor to coordinate and supervise MA and Nursing Assistant staff, ensuring safe, high-quality patient care in the General Oncology Unit.

The role requires active MA certification in WA, BLS, and Surgical Technologist registration within 30 days (if applicable), plus 2+ years as MA and 1 year in lead roles. Strong leadership and EMR skills are essential.