Medical Assistant Clinic

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in Tacoma, WA is seeking a Medical Assistant to support clinicians and patients. You will proactively prepare patient charts, verify information, and coordinate care for multiple patients daily depending on physician on-site coverage.

Key responsibilities include obtaining vitals, performing basic lab work and phlebotomy, and assisting with medication administration under supervision, while ensuring accurate documentation in the EMR and efficient patient flow.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required at hire.
• Medical Assistant certification valid in WA or equivalent training.
• Basic Life Support (CPR) certification required.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant certification program or equivalent military training.

Responsibilities

• Greet and prepare patients for visits; record vital signs and relevant patient data.
• Perform basic lab work and phlebotomy; administer medications as directed by the provider.
• Document visits and procedures in the electronic medical record per procedures.
• Assist with order pendings for labs and radiology as needed.
• Enter patient history, exams, diagnoses, prescriptions, and follow-up instructions into records.
• Review medical documentation for accuracy and consistency.

Education

High School Diploma

High School GED

Medical Assistant Certification WA

Basic Life Support CPR

Medical Assistant certification program

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 pro-actively 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.

• Greets and prepares patients for practitioner visit; obtains and records vital signs and other appropriate information such as height, weight, drug allergies, current medications and presenting problems; positions, drapes and cleans up after examinations under Provider supervision; provides patient mobility assistance as necessary.
• Performs basic lab and phlebotomy procedures, draws blood and performs EKG’s and laboratory procedures, administers approved medications via oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular or intra-dermal routes, informs patients of lab results, and mails reports to patients, under the supervision of provider.
• May “pend” orders which include laboratory testing and radiology studies for provider sign-off.
• Documents, in the electronic medical record, medical visits/procedures performed by healthcare providers in accordance with established procedures.
• Enters data such as: patient medical history/physical exam results, patient education/explanation of benefits/risks, provider-dictated diagnoses, prescriptions and instructions for patient/family relating to self-care and follow-up, and prepared referral letters as directed by the provider.
• Reviews medical documentation to validate information and to identify inconsistencies/errors and facilitate overall accuracy of the medical record in accordance with established procedures/requirements.

Job Requirements

Required

• High School Graduate General Studies, upon hire or
• High School GED General Studies, upon hire and
• 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. , upon hire and
• Medical Assistant Certification: WA, upon hire and
• Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire

Preferred

• 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 over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

Pay Range

$26.45 - $37.10 /hour