Medical Assistant Registered - Orthopedic Clinic

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a Medical Assistant Registered to support our medical team in providing high-quality patient care. This role involves coordinating patient schedules, managing patient flow, and performing clinical tasks. Join us to enhance patient experiences while benefiting from a supportive work environment and numerous professional growth opportunities.

Benefits

Comprehensive compensation and benefits

Continuing education and support

Qualifications

• 6 months experience in a medical office/clinic or graduation from an accredited program.
• Ability to obtain Medical Assistant Registered (MA-R) within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist medical and nursing staff with clerical and clinical tasks.
• Manage patient flow and take medical histories.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Detail-oriented

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate's degree or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities

The Medical Assistant Registered is responsible for assisting the medical and nursing staff by performing clerical and clinical support tasks as directed. Responsibilities include coordinating schedules for patients and providers, and other clinical tasks that support our providers in patient care.

Additional responsibilities include managing patient flow, rooming patients, and taking medical histories. Our Medical Assistants contribute to the strength of our Team Medicine approach to collaborative medicine and benefit from the changes enacted through our Virginia Mason Production System, a model that has transformed health care by providing patients with easier access to care, reducing errors, and continuously innovating patient safety and quality that has been adopted by other organizations here and abroad.

Join us to discover how Virginia Mason offers customer service professionals the chance to focus on what truly matters – our patients.

Qualifications

We require:

• 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
• Ability to obtain Medical Assistant Registered (MA-R) through the State of Washington, sponsored by Virginia Mason
• Medical Assistant Registered (MA-R) through the State of Washington, sponsored by Virginia Mason, required within 60 days of hire
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Professional demeanor with a positive, upbeat attitude, strong communication skills
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal communication skills
• Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task
• Capable of working independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from administrative and clinical staff, leaders, patients, and physicians

Preferred:

• Associate's degree or equivalent

Just as Virginia Mason is dedicated to improving the lives of our patients and community, we are equally committed to your professional and personal success. We offer a wide range of perks including comprehensive compensation and benefits, continuing education and support, and the opportunity to live in one of the most livable cities in the country. This customer service opportunity with Virginia Mason is one worth considering.

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 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.