Medical Assistant

Weil Foot & Ankle Institute; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 31,684 - 35,817; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

HSA with employer contribution

Generous PTO program

401(k) with 4% match

Employee Assistance Program

Life and AD&D insurance

Short-term and long-term disability insurance

Job summary

Weil Foot & Ankle Institute in Kent, WA is looking for a part-time Medical Assistant to support clinical and administrative tasks. The role requires a commitment to patient care and involves responsibilities such as interviewing patients, organizing appointments, and managing medical records. Candidates should have a high-school diploma and experience in a medical setting. Benefits include medical plans, PTO, and a 401(k) match. Salary ranges from $23.00 to $26.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Proven working experience as a medical assistant or medical secretary.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to register with Washington state.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients and document basic medical history.
• Organize and schedule appointments.
• Prepare and clean treatment rooms and medical instruments.

Skills

Medical office management

Time management

Communication skills

Organization and planning

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

High-school diploma or equivalent

Certification from an approved medical assistant program

Tools

EMR systems

Athena

Job description

Balance Health is the nation's premier comprehensive lower‑extremity focused Physician Practice. At our Washington Integrative Foot and Ankle Center brand, we are committed to providing the highest‑quality podiatric care to the greater Seattle community.

Job Type: Part‑time

About the Role

A cross‑trained Medical Assistant who supports both clinical tasks and front‑desk operations. The role involves providing clinical and administrative support, assisting with patient care management, and facilitating effective communication between patients and providers. The position requires travel to Kirkland and Everett locations as needed.

Responsibilities

• Interview patients and document basic medical history
• Organize and schedule appointments
• Update and file medical records and insurance reports
• Arrange hospital admissions and laboratory services
• Check with patients and type up patient charts
• Assist during medical examinations
• Produce and distribute correspondence memos, letters, faxes, and forms
• Handle receivable and payable accounts and keep financial records
• Prepare and clean treatment rooms and medical instruments

Requirements

• Proven working experience as a medical assistant or medical secretary
• Knowledge of medical office management systems and procedures
• Excellent time‑management skills and ability to multi‑task and prioritize work
• Social perceptiveness and service‑oriented attitude
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Proficiency in MS Office and patient‑management software
• Certification from an approved medical assistant program preferred, or equivalent combination of training
• High‑school diploma or equivalent
• Current American Heart Association CPR certification preferred
• Willingness to register with Washington state
• EMR experience; Athena experience is a plus

Medical Specialties

• Podiatry
• Surgery

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• HSA with employer contribution
• FSA
• Generous PTO program
• 401(k) with 4% match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance

Salary

$23.00 - $26.00/hr