Medical Assistant - Certified

CommonSpirit Health; Issaquah (WA); On-site; USD 36,437 - 47,775; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health in Issaquah is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to provide exceptional patient care and support clinical efficiency. The role involves assisting providers, optimizing workflows, and ensuring administrative excellence in a collaborative environment. Candidates must have graduated from an accredited Medical Assisting program and hold a Washington State Medical Assistant certification. The position offers a pay range of $26.45 to $34.68 per hour and requires strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assisting program.
• Washington State Department of Health Medical Assistant – Certified (CM) certification.
• Knowledge of third party payer requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers throughout the patient visit continuum.
• Manage patient flow and schedule adjustments.
• Contribute to appointment scheduling and medical record maintenance.
• Provide outstanding customer service to patients.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

PC proficiency

Education

Graduation from an accredited Medical Assisting program

Washington State Department of Health Medical Assistant – Certified (CM)

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Certified Medical Assistant, you will help our patients receive exceptional care efficiently and effectively so they can experience a seamless and supportive healthcare journey.

Join Virginia Mason, a leading institution renowned for its innovative Team Medicine approach and commitment to patient care excellence through the Virginia Mason Production System.

In this pivotal role, you will significantly contribute to seamless patient care and clinic efficiency by:

• Direct Patient Support: Assisting providers throughout the patient visit continuum, from pre‑visit preparation and rooming to post‑visit duties. This includes performing vital sign measurements (weight, height, BP, pulse, respirations, temperature) and various patient care procedures within MA scope of practice, such as injections, EKGs, ear lavage, and blood draws.
• Workflow Optimization: Managing patient flow, informing providers of schedule adjustments, actively participating in front office activities, handling scheduling tasks, and reporting test results as directed.
• Administrative Excellence: Contributing to administrative tasks, including appointment scheduling, medical record maintenance, and insurance claim processing.
• Exceptional Patient Experience: Providing outstanding customer service and maintaining a clean, organized, and welcoming clinic environment for all patients.

To Be Successful In This Role

You're passionate about making a real difference in patient lives and thrive in a collaborative, innovative environment, discovering how Virginia Mason empowers Medical Assistants to truly focus on what matters most – your patients.

Job Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assisting program
• Washington State Department of Health Medical Assistant – Certified (CM)
• Knowledge of third party payer requirements required.
• Strong aptitude for detail, and ability to work independently
• Strong organizational, problem solving, communication and interpersonal skills
• Skill in using a PC

Preferred

• One year Medical Assistant – Certified experience

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

$26.45 - $34.68 per / hour