Medical Assistant - Pediatric Clinic

Mary Bridge Children's Hospital; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 34,440 - 49,593; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Benefits package

Job summary

Mary Bridge Children's Hospital is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant (MA-C) to support physicians and APPs in a pediatric clinic in Olympia, WA. You will perform clinical duties and handle clerical tasks, under supervision, in a fast-paced pediatric setting.

The role emphasizes patient care, accurate vital signs, specimen collection, and medications administration per state regulations, with a sign-on bonus for eligible hires. FTE 1.0, Day shift, Monday–Friday clinic hours.

Qualifications

• MA-C certification required in Washington state.
• Minimum of 1 year healthcare experience preferred.
• Current BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Organize patient flow in collaboration with front office staff.
• Interview patients and obtain vital signs.
• Assist patients in preparing for exams or treatments and venipuncture when needed.
• Administer medications in accordance with Washington State DOH regulations and competency.
• Relay instructions and information to patients and their families/caregivers.

Education

Washington State MA-C Certification

BLS Certification

Job description

Where kids and families are always first
At MultiCare Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital & Health Network, caring for kids is more than what we do — it’s our purpose. As the state-designated Level II Pediatric Trauma Center and the only pediatric hospital in Washington’s South Sound, we provide a comprehensive network of care designed specifically for children and adolescents.
Our vision is to be the safest, highest-quality place for children to receive care, where every child has a medical home and every family feels supported.

Up to $5,000 sign on bonus for eligible new hires with 1+ years of experience as an MA-C

FTE: 1.0, Shift: Day, Schedule: Monday - Friday Clinic Hours

Additional information about the Mary Bridge Children’s Pediatrics – Olympia Black Lake Clinic can be found here: https://www.marybridge.org/locations/mary-bridge-childrens-pediatrics-olympia-black-lake/

Position Summary

The Certified Medical Assistant (MA-C) is an integral part of the Physician/Advanced Practice Provider (APP) office team working under the direction and supervision of a licensed healthcare practitioner. Work situations require performance of safe clinical skills within the scope of practice of the MA-C. The MA-C has continuous contact with physicians, APPs, nurses, front office staff, patients and their families/caregivers.

Responsibilities

• Fulfills patient care responsibilities as assigned which may include:
  • Organizing patient flow in collaboration with the front office staff
  • Interviewing patients
  • Obtaining vital signs
  • Assisting patients in preparing for exams or treatments
  • Performing specimen collection, including venipuncture
  • Administration of medications in compliance with Washington State Department of Health regulations and documented competency
  • Relaying instructions/information to patients and their families/caregivers
• Fulfills clerical responsibilities as assigned which may include:
  • Sending and receiving of patient medical records
  • Facilitating patient referrals
  • Preparing forms for patients

Requirements

• Washington State Medical Assistant-Certified (MA-C)
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a healthcare setting preferred
• Current BLS certification

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $24.83 - $35.71 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.