Medical Assistant: Phlebotomy, EKG, & Patient Care Pro

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to keep the day running smoothly for patients and the clinical team. You will proactively prepare patient charts, collect vitals, histories, medications, and aid with examinations.

You will also handle patient communications and coordinate care across departments. Responsibilities include phlebotomy, EKGs, basic labs, documentation, scheduling, inventory, and ensuring a safe, organized clinical environment.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate General Studies or High School GED General Studies.
• Certificate of Medical Assistant certification program or equivalent military training (e.g., Hospital Corpsman) that demonstrates job skills.
• Medical Assistant Certification: WA, upon hire.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Greet and prepare patients, collect vital signs, medical history, medications, and allergies; assist with examinations and mobility.
• Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, basic lab procedures, administer approved medications, communicate lab results, and support diagnostic testing.
• Document patient encounters, update electronic medical records, review for accuracy, and ensure confidentiality and compliance.
• Schedule appointments, diagnostic services, referrals, and coordinate patient flow across departments and providers.
• Prepare and sterilize instruments, maintain exam rooms, manage supplies and equipment, ensuring a safe clinical environment.
• Provide patient education, handle calls, verify insurance, process registrations and payments, escalate concerns as needed.

Skills

Phlebotomy

EKG

Medical documentation

Patient care

Education

High School Graduate General Studies

High School GED General Studies

Medical Assistant certification WA

American Heart Association CPR

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to keep the day running smoothly for patients and the clinical team. You will proactively prepare patient charts, collect vitals, histories, medications, and aid with examinations.

You will also handle patient communications and coordinate care across departments. Responsibilities include phlebotomy, EKGs, basic labs, documentation, scheduling, inventory, and ensuring a safe, organized clinical environment.