Medical Assistant (orthopedics)

Proliance Surgeons, Inc.; Edmonds (WA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401k with match

Paid time off

Job summary

Edmonds Orthopedic Center, a division of Proliance Surgeons, is seeking a full-time Certified Medical Assistant to join a busy orthopedic practice. The MA will coordinate patient care, maintain clinical supplies, and ensure accurate documentation following OSHA/WISHA guidelines.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of medical office experience and a willingness to train. Washington MA certification is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program preferred, but not required. Training provided.
• Current Washington State Medical Assistant Certification preferred, but not required.
• 1-2 years’ experience in a medical office preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in direct patient care during office visits and exams.
• Prepare exam rooms and maintain supplies and sterilization.
• Document patient information in electronic records and coordinate care.
• Perform triage calls and post-op communications within 24 hours.
• Support providers during clinic procedures and ensure patient flow.

Skills

Medical terminology

HIPAA compliance

EMR systems

Patient care

Education

High school diploma

Medical Assistant Program

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, August 25, 2026 at 10:00 AM

At Proliance Surgeonsour patients come from allwalks of life— and so do we. We hire and support people from diverse backgrounds, fostering growth and development to make Proliancea great placeto work. Our unique experiences and perspectives help us deliver Exceptional Outcomes, Personally Delivered.

We are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefit and pay package including health coverage, 401k with match and profit share, PTO and more! For further details regarding Benefits and Washington State Minimum Wage details please visit our careers page at www.proliancesurgeons.com/careers . Compensation during the offer process will be determined based on factors such as compensation structure, experience, qualifications, and internal equity. Be Part of Who We Are!

Position Summary

The medical assistant (MA-C or MA-R) acts as a patient care coordinator and advocate, maintains clinical supplies, proper documentation and an optimal patient flow and experience, following OSHA/WISHA other compliance and regulatory guidelines.

Location

Proliance Edmonds Orthopedic Center (Edmonds, WA)

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm

Overview

Edmonds Orthopedic Center, a division of Proliance Surgeons, is seeking a full-time Certified Medical Assistant to join our fast-paced orthopedic practice. We are a busy 10-physician clinic looking for a dependable, high-energy team player who learns quickly, thrives in a dynamic environment, and is committed to providing outstanding patient care.

• A supportive and collaborative team environment-Great Office culture.
• The opportunity to work alongside experienced orthopedic physicians in a respected, patient-centered practice

Key Duties and Responsibilities

The key duties and responsibilities of the Medical Assistant include, but are not limited to:

• Assist in providing direct patient care for office visit patients may involve:
  • Arranging the exam room instruments and equipment and maintaining supplies
  • The disposal of contaminated supplies and sterilizing medical instruments
  • Positioning patients for exams and procedures
  • Collecting and preparing laboratory specimens
  • Obtaining vitals, patient history and chief complaints
  • Other patient care related duties as necessary
• Assist provider within clinic procedures may involve:
  • Preparing patient exam, dressing and/or procedural areas by using vigorous aseptic technique.
  • Holding patients in position for extended periods of time, manipulating body parts, using instruments to hold procedural or imaging areas immobile, or positioning patients on tables
• Handing provider instruments while standing for long periods of time
• Report test results to patients as indicated by physician in a timely manner
• Chart all vital information in electronic record as well as check to be sure all information related to medication, health history and reason for visit is obtained and documented
• Perform phone triage, post-op calls and respond to voicemail messages directed to them preferably within same business day, but no later than 24 business hours, and perform action required.
• Documents all encounters.
• Maintain patient documentation for visit and communications in person or over the phone
• Coordinate care and diagnostic testing at other facilities as indicated by physician
• Assist provider in maintaining communication with referring doctors
• Maintain equipment and ensure supplies are stocked and in place
• Follow all other daily team duties and special tasks as assigned

Education/Experience

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program preferred, but not required. Will provide training
• Current Washington State Medical Assistant Certification preferred, but not required (see above)
• 1-2 years’ experience in a medical office preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Basic knowledge of medical terminology and medications
• Familiarity with or working knowledge of Electronic Medical Records a plus
• Basic computer knowledge and skills, including data entry
• Great interpersonal skills, demonstrating patience, compassion, empathy and the ability to work well with all types of people
• Adherence to all safety, risk management and precautionary procedures, including the consistent respect for confidentiality (HIPAA)
• Use time efficiently, with attention to quality, detail, accuracy and completion
• Consistency, timeliness and dependability
• Effective team membership, supporting and working with others to achieve common goals
• Ability to adapt to continuous change/flexibility
• Demonstrated ability to continuously learn
• Self-motivated; able to work with increasing independence, overcome obstacles and challenges with little supervision
• Clear oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated aptitude to organize and prioritize work
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Skilled in coping with fast paced often stressful situations with unpredictable circumstances in a professional, safe, and efficient manner
• Self-motivated; able to work following specific guidelines and in accordance with detailed instructions; measure self against standard of excellence, overcome obstacles and challenges with little supervision

Work Environment/Physical Demands

The work environment/physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a teammate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable differently abled persons to perform the essential functions.

Edmonds Orthopedic Center Clinic Edmonds, 73200216th Street SW, Edmonds, Washington, United States of America