Medical Assistant Pediatrics

CommonSpirit Health; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their team in Seattle. In this role, you will assist healthcare providers with various patient care tasks, ensuring a smooth workflow in the clinic. Your responsibilities will include performing injections, managing patient flow, and supporting front office activities. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a collaborative environment focused on enhancing patient safety and quality. Join a team that values your contributions and offers a comprehensive benefits package in one of the most livable cities in the nation.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional growth opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited medical assisting program.
• Washington State Department of Health Medical Assistant - Certified license.

Responsibilities

• Perform injections, EKGs, blood draws, and manage patient flow.
• Assist during patient visits and report test results to providers.
• Contribute to Team Medicine approach and improve patient safety.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

PC proficiency

Education

Graduation from accredited medical assisting program

Washington State Department of Health Medical Assistant - Certified license

Job description

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Virginia Mason Medical Center, recognized among the Best Hospitals in Washington state by U.S. News & World Report, is seeking a certified Medical Assistant. You will assist providers and other members of the healthcare team in the clinic by performing various back-office and patient-related tasks to ensure smooth workflow within the department. You will also perform a variety of patient care procedures within the Medical Assistant (MA) scope of practice.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: injections, EKGs, ear lavage, blood draws, measuring vital signs (weight, height, blood pressure, pulse, respirations, temperature), managing rooming and patient flow including pre-visit preparation, assisting during patient visits, post-visit duties, informing providers of schedule changes, assisting with front office activities, and reporting test results as directed by the provider. As a Medical Assistant at Virginia Mason, you will contribute to our Team Medicine approach, benefiting from our Virginia Mason Production System that transforms healthcare by improving access, reducing errors, and enhancing patient safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited medical assisting program, with Washington State Department of Health Medical Assistant - Certified (CM) license.
• Knowledge of third-party payer requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Excellent organizational, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills; proficiency in using a PC.
• One year of Medical Assistant – Certified experience preferred.

Virginia Mason is dedicated to improving the lives of our patients and community, as well as supporting your professional and personal growth. We offer a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to live in one of the most livable cities in the nation. Join us, and discover how Virginia Mason values its Medical Assistants.

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Overview

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health combines two award-winning health systems in Washington state—CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason. As one integrated health system with extensive patient access points, our team includes 18,000 staff and nearly 5,000 physicians and providers across 11 hospitals and nearly 300 sites throughout the greater Puget Sound region.

Pay Range

$26.50 - $35.72 per hour