Medical Assistant

Balance Health; Kirkland (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Plans

HSA with Employer Contribution

401k with match

Paid time off

Job summary

Balance Health is seeking a cross-trained Medical Assistant to support clinical tasks and front desk operations at our Kirkland location. You will document patient history, manage appointments, and assist with examinations while maintaining organized records and effective communication with providers.

The role requires certification or equivalent training, a high school diploma, and EMR experience; CPR preferred, and Washington state registration is encouraged.

Qualifications

• Certification from an approved medical assistant program preferred, or equivalent training.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Current American Heart Association CPR certification preferred.
• Willing to register with Washington state.
• EMR experience.

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.

Skills

Medical office management

Time management

Multi-tasking

Communication skills

Organizational skills

MS Office proficiency

Patient management software

Education

Medical assistant certification

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR certification (AHA)

EMR experience

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Description

About Balance Health

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, apply today and begin your career journey with us!

As a cross trained Medical Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the daily operations of the medical office. You will be cross-trained to assist both in clinical tasks and at the front desk, ensuring smooth and efficient workflow. Your responsibilities will include providing clinical and administrative support, assisting with patient care management, and facilitating effective communication between patients and providers. The goal is to deliver high-quality service, complete all tasks accurately, and maintain timely, organized operations. This role will primarily work at our Kirkland location.

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

Skills

• 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
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Proficiency in MS Office and patient management software
• Degree in medical assistance
• Medical & Dental insurance
• 401k with match
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Medical specialties:

• Podiatry
• Surgery

Requirements

Education and Experience

• 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
• Willing to register with Washington state
• EMR Experience

Benefits of Working with Balance Health

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• HSA with Employer Contribution
• FSA
• Generous PTO Program
• 401k with a 4% Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

To find out more, visit https://balancehealth.com/