Medical Assistant/MA-C - Pediatrics

Providence Health & Services; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider dedicated to delivering exceptional pediatric care. As a Medical Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting children's health through administrative and clinical tasks, ensuring a nurturing environment for young patients. This position offers a pathway for professional growth and a culture that values teamwork and respect. With competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, this is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of families while advancing your career in a supportive setting.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Comprehensive Medical Coverage

401(k) with Employer Matching

Generous Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Support Programs

Back-up Child and Elder Care

Voluntary Insurance Benefits

Qualifications

• Hands-on clinical training from an accredited program or apprenticeship.
• Washington Medical Assistant Certification required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist with scheduling appointments and updating patient information.
• Take vital signs and support clinical tasks in a pediatric setting.

Skills

Vital Signs Measurement

Patient Scheduling

Clinical Administration

Medication Administration

Education

Accredited Medical Assistant Program

Medical Assistant Apprenticeship

Military Medical Training

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Medical Assistant (MA-C) – Pediatrics at Swedish Pediatric Specialty Care – Seattle

Schedule: Full Time, Day Shift

Location: Seattle, Washington

Job description:

As a Medical Assistant/MA-C, you’ll assist with administrative and clinical tasks such as scheduling appointments, updating patient information in EPIC, and taking vital signs during appointments. Our clinical environments promote teamwork and offer leadership pathways for MAs interested in career advancement.

Swedish Medical Group (SMG) offers a broad range of outpatient services throughout the Puget Sound region. As a caregiver with SMG, you’ll support the delivery of cost-effective, high-quality healthcare by embodying our core values: Justice, Excellence, Dignity, Integrity, and Compassion. Join our team and thrive in a culture centered on patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, as we believe empowering our staff is key to inspiring and retaining the best talent.

Our Pediatric Clinics focus on keeping children healthy and providing care when they are sick. Join us to give newborns, children, and teens the best start in life and educate parents on maintaining their loved ones’ health.

Benefits and perks:

• Competitive pay, including holiday pay and shift differentials
• Comprehensive benefits—medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one
• 401(k) plan with employer matching and a free retirement planner
• Generous paid time off for vacation, sick leave, and holidays
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan forgiveness programs
• Wellness and mental health support programs
• Back-up child and elder care options for family care disruptions
• Voluntary benefits like pet, auto, and home insurance, commuter benefits, and more

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited school with hands-on clinical training as a medical assistant, or
• Graduate of a registered medical assistant apprenticeship program, or
• Completed two years of medical training in the U.S. Armed Forces, or
• At least one year of work experience as a medical assistant performing clinical skills such as obtaining vital signs, administering injections, and medication administration

Additionally, candidates must have:

• Washington Medical Assistant Certification upon hire
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within 30 days of hire
• Six months of healthcare experience
• Six months of medical assistant experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• National Medical Assistant Certification upon hire

Why Join Providence?

Our best-in-class benefits are designed to support your health, professional growth, and financial security. We care for you so you can focus on our mission of improving the health and wellbeing of every patient we serve.