Medical Assistant

Weil Foot & Ankle Institute; Port Orchard (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental plans

Vision plans

401k with match

PTO

Job summary

Balance Health is seeking a Cross-trained Medical Assistant to support daily operations across clinical and administrative tasks. The role covers patient care, front-d desk support, and coordination between patients and providers, with travel to Seattle and Mill Creek as needed.

The ideal candidate has MA training, CDC CPR certification preferred, and experience with EMR systems such as Athena. Washington state registration is encouraged.

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Communication

Organization

Multitask

Education

Certification from MA program

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Office

Athena EMR

Job 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,

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Job Type

Full-time

Description

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 travel to both Seattle and Mill Creek 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

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

Schedule

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call

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, Athena experience is a plus

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/

Salary Description

$23.00 - $26.00 hrly