Medical Assistant Clinic

CommonSpirit Health; Burien (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in Washington seeks a Medical Assistant to keep the day running smoothly for patients and the clinical team. You’ll prepare patient charts, collect vital signs, medical history, medications, and allergies, and assist with examinations.

You will perform phlebotomy, EKGs, basic lab procedures, document encounters in the electronic medical record, coordinate appointments and referrals, and support a safe, organized clinical environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, MA cert WA at hire.
• CPR certification (AHA) required at hire.
• 1–3 years of MA experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet and prepare patients, collect vital signs, medical history, medications, allergies, and assist with examinations.
• Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, basic laboratory procedures, administer medications when approved, communicate lab results.
• Document patient encounters and update electronic medical records with accuracy and confidentiality.
• Schedule appointments, diagnostic services, referrals, and coordinate patient flow across departments.
• Prepare and sterilize instruments, maintain exam rooms, manage supplies and equipment.
• Provide patient education, handle communications, verify insurance, registrations, payments, and escalate concerns as needed.

Skills

Vital signs

EMR documentation

Phlebotomy

EKG

Clinical support

Education

High School Graduate General Studies

High School GED General Studies

Medical Assistant Certification WA

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.

• Patient Intake & Clinical SupportGreet and prepare patients, collect vital signs, medical history, medications, allergies, and assist with examinations and patient mobility.
• Clinical Procedures & TestingPerform phlebotomy, EKGs, basic laboratory procedures, administer approved medications, communicate lab results, and support diagnostic testing.
• Medical Documentation & Record ManagementDocument patient encounters, update electronic medical records, review records for accuracy, and ensure compliance with legal and confidentiality requirements.
• Care Coordination & SchedulingSchedule appointments, diagnostic services, referrals, and coordinate patient flow and follow-up care across departments and providers.
• Clinic Operations & Inventory ManagementPrepare and sterilize instruments, maintain exam rooms, manage supplies and equipment, and ensure a safe, organized clinical environment.
• Patient Communication & Administrative Support Provide patient education, handle telephone communications, verify insurance, process registrations, collect payments, and resolve routine issues while escalating concerns as needed.

Job Requirements

Required

• High School Graduate General Studies, or
• High School GED General Studies and
• Certificate Other completion of a Medical Assistant certification program at an accredited institution or validation of equivalent military training (i.e. Hospital Corpsman) that demonstrates attainment of the requisite job knowledge skills/abilities.
• Medical Assistant Certification: WA, upon hire
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire

Preferred

• 1-3 years One year of work experience as a Medical Assistant

Where You’ll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved through strategic partnerships and integrations for expanding reach across the Puget Sound area.Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain committed to healing whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through growth.Our dedicated providers offer full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, grounded in research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and awards and accreditations that reflect dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of team delivering top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.