Medical Assistant Certified

CommonSpirit Health; Edmonds (WA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in Washington state is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patients and the clinical team, ensuring smooth daily operations and accurate chart prep for the day’s visits. You will lead in preparing patient charts, maintain up-to-date information, and assist with multiple patients per day, bringing empathy, efficiency, and strong communication to every exam.

A valid WA MA-C license, completion of an approved MA program, and BLS-RQI are required, with a

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is required.
• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant training program is required or validation of equivalent military training (e.g. Hospital Corpsman).
• 6 months of Customer Experience required.
• Active Washington State Medical Assistant – Certified licensure required. May hold Interim MA-C with a probationary period to obtain permanent MA-C licensure within 6 months of hire or before the expiration of the Interim certification.
• BLS-RQI required
• Knowledge of insurance concepts preferred.
• One year Medical Assistant – Certified experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient charts and ensure information is up-to-date for patients seen in the facility.
• Lead on proactively preparing patient charts and supporting the clinical team.
• Manage multiple patients daily depending on physicians on-site.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm, efficiency and empathy for patients.

Skills

Customer service

Empathy

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Medical Assistant training program completion

Washington State MA-C licensure

Interim MA-C with probationary period

Job description

*Job Summary and Responsibilities*

As our Medical Assistant, you'll keep the day running smoothly and efficiently for your patients and clinical team.

Every day, you will take the lead on proactively preparing patient charts, ensuring all information is obtained and up-to-date for those seen in our facility. You can expect to have multiple patients daily depending on the number of physicians are on-site.

Your success in this role comes from your enthusiasm to help others, work efficiently, and your empathy for our patients.

*Job Requirements**Required*

• High School diplomas or GED required.
• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant training program required or validation of equivalent military training (i.e. Hospital Corpsman)
• 6 months of Customer Experience required.
• Active Washington State Medical Assistant – Certified licensure required. May hold Interim MA-C with a probationary period to obtain permanent MA-C licensure within 6 months of hire or before the expiration of the Interim certification.
• BLS-RQI required
• Knowledge of insurance concepts preferred.
• One year Medical Assistant – Certified experience preferred.

Where You'll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health brings together two award winning health systems in Washington state - CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason. As one integrated health system with the most patient access points in western Washington our team includes 18,000 staff and nearly 5,000 employed physicians and affiliated providers. At Virginia Mason Franciscan Health you will find the safest and highest quality of care provided by our expert, compassionate medical care team at 11 hospitals and nearly 300 sites throughout the greater Puget Sound region.

*Pay Range*

$27.25 - $42.23 / hour