Medical Assistant Registered

CommonSpirit Health; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 36,437 - 56,481; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to ensure efficient daily operations for patients and clinical teams. This role involves preparing patient charts, optimizing patient flow, and providing support to both staff and patients.

The ideal candidate should possess a high school diploma or GED, with 6 months of medical office experience or equivalent training. Key skills include knowledge of medical terminology, communication, and organizational abilities. Join a dedicated team ensuring high-quality care across Seattle.

Qualifications

• 6 months experience in a medical office/clinic or graduation from an accredited Medical Administrative Assistant, Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant Program.
• Medical Assistant Registered (MA-R) through the State of Washington, required within 60 days of hire.
• BLS-RQI certification.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patient charts and ensure all information is up-to-date.
• Manage multiple patients daily depending on physicians on-site.
• Respond to questions from clinical staff, leaders, patients, and physicians.

Skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Strong communication skills

Excellent organizational skills

Detail oriented

Ability to multi-task

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associates degree or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Medical Assistant, you'll keep the day running smoothly and efficiently for your patients and clinical team. Every day, you will take the lead on proactively preparing patient charts, ensuring all information is obtained and up-to-date for those seen in our facility. You can expect to have multiple patients daily depending on the number of physicians are on-site. Your success in this role comes from your enthusiasm to help others, work efficiently, and your empathy for our patients.

Job Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• 6 months experience in a medical office/clinic or graduation from an accredited Medical Administrative Assistant, Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant Program.
• Medical Assistant Registered (MA-R) through the State of Washington, sponsored by Virginia Mason, required within 60 days of hire.
• BLS-RQI
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Professional demeanor with a positive, upbeat attitude, strong communication skills
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal communications.
• Detail oriented with ability to multi-task. Capable to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from administrative and clinical staff, leaders, patients and physicians.

Preferred

• Associates degree or equivalent

Where You'll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health brings together two award winning health systems in Washington state - CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason. As one integrated health system with the most patient access points in western Washington our team includes 18,000 staff and nearly 5,000 employed physicians and affiliated providers. At Virginia Mason Franciscan Health you will find the safest and highest quality of care provided by our expert, compassionate medical care team at 11 hospitals and nearly 300 sites throughout the greater Puget Sound region.

Pay Range

$26.45 - $41.00 / hour