Medical Assistant - Pediatric Clinic

Mary Bridge Children's Hospital; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a mission-driven team at a leading pediatric hospital dedicated to providing exceptional care for children and their families. As a Certified Medical Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting healthcare providers and ensuring a smooth patient experience. With a focus on teamwork and patient-centered care, this position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment that values your contributions. Enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to be part of a growing organization committed to excellence in pediatric healthcare. Embrace the beauty of the Pacific Northwest while making a difference in the lives of children.

Benefits

$5,000 sign on bonus for eligible new hires

Comprehensive benefits package

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Employee-centric workplace

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program is required.
• MA-C certification and 1+ years of healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Organize patient flow and assist with exams and treatments.
• Perform specimen collection and administer medications as needed.

Skills

Patient Care

Vital Signs Monitoring

Specimen Collection

Medication Administration

Clerical Skills

Education

Accredited Medical Assistant Program

Washington State Medical Assistant-Certified (MA-C)

Job description

Medical Assistant - Pediatric Clinic

Where Kids and Families are Always First

MultiCare Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital is the state-designated Level II Pediatric Trauma Center and the only pediatric hospital in Washington’s South Sound Region dedicated to a comprehensive network of health services for children and adolescents. Our vision is to be the highest quality and safest place for children to receive care, where every child has a medical home and is supported by nationally recognized services and experience.

Mary Bridge Children’s multi-disciplinary approach to care includes pediatric experts for emergency services, inpatient care, and outpatient specialty clinics, all specializing in kids and their unique needs. We’re continually recognized as a ‘Top Children’s Hospital’ by The Leapfrog Group, an independent hospital rating organization.

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

Location: This position will support one of our Mary Bridge Pediatric Clinics. This may be a specialty clinic, specialty outreach clinic, primary care clinic, or urgent care clinic.

FTE: 1.0, Shift: Day, Schedule: Clinic Hours

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:

• Completion of an accredited program for Medical Assistants
• Washington State Medical Assistant-Certified (MA-C)
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a healthcare setting preferred

Why Mary Bridge Children's?

• Mission-driven: Partnering for healing and a healthy future for the patients and communities we serve
• Award-winning: Named ‘Top Children’s Hospital’ for five years by the Leapfrog Group; physicians consistently named on ‘Top Doctors’ lists by Seattle Magazine, Seattle Met and the Tacoma News Tribune
• Growing: New pediatric hospital facility and medical office building opening in 2026
• Leading research: MultiCare Institute for Research & Innovation partners with our pediatric providers, offering ground-breaking research and clinical trials
• Employee-centric: MultiCare is consistently ranked among “America’s Best Employers by State” by Forbes
• Lifestyle: Live and work in the Pacific Northwest surrounded by breathtaking mountain, forest and water views

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. The pay scale is $24.31 - $35.05 USD, influenced by factors specific to applicants, including skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education.

MultiCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We do not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.