Medical Assistant - Pediatric Clinics Float

MultiCare Health System; Washington, Tacoma (District of Columbia, WA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in pediatric healthcare is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to join their dedicated team. This role is crucial in providing high-quality care to children and families, ensuring a seamless patient experience from the moment they arrive. You will collaborate with healthcare professionals, assist in clinical tasks, and support families in navigating their healthcare journey. With a mission-driven approach, this organization is recognized as a leader in pediatric care, offering a supportive environment for both patients and staff. Join a team that is committed to healing and innovation, and make a meaningful impact in the lives of children.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited program for Medical Assistants.
• Minimum of one year of experience in a healthcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Organizing patient flow and obtaining vital signs.
• Assisting patients in preparing for exams or treatments.
• Performing specimen collection and administration of medications.

Skills

Patient Care

Clinical Skills

Communication

Vital Signs Monitoring

Specimen Collection

Education

Accredited Medical Assistant Program

Washington State Medical Assistant-Certified (MA-C)

Job description

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.

FTE: 0.4, Shift: Day, Schedule: Variable

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