Medical Assistant - Specialties Resource Pool

Providence Health Plan Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as a Medical Assistant II, where you will play a crucial role in providing compassionate patient care. In this dynamic position, you will assist licensed practitioners, ensuring that patients receive the best care possible. You will thrive in an inclusive environment that values your input and empowers you to make a difference in the lives of others. With a commitment to professional growth and community service, this role offers a unique opportunity to be part of a team dedicated to improving healthcare outcomes for all. If you are passionate about patient care and want to contribute to a meaningful mission, this position is for you.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program or equivalent experience.
• Washington Medical Assistant Certification is required upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing patient care under the direction of a licensed practitioner.
• Perform all aspects of the MA I role competently.

Skills

Obtaining vital signs

Administering injections

Medication administration

Healthcare experience

Medical Assistant experience

Education

Graduate of an accredited school for medical assistants

Registered medical assistant apprenticeship program

Two years of medical training in the Armed Forces

Job description

Description

The MA II works under the delegation of a licensed practitioner to perform duties as directed to assist in providing patient care to assigned patients. A MA II performs all aspects of the MA I role and is fully competent in the clinical needs/functions for assigned clinic/location of work. An MA II is expected to perform in accordance with established policies, procedures, and regulations.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Medical Group Southeast Washington and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited school that includes hands-on training in a clinical setting for medical assistants or
• Graduate of a registered medical assistant apprenticeship program or
• Has completed two years of medical training in the United States Armed Forces or
• Minimum one year of work experience as a medical assistant that includes the following clinical skills: obtaining vital signs, administering injections, and medication administration
• Washington Medical Assistant Certification upon hire
• National Provider BLS - American Heart Association within 30 days of hire
• 6 months of Healthcare experience
• 6 months of Medical Assistant experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• National Medical Assistant Certification upon hire

Why Join Providence?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

About Providence

At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected.

About the Team

Providence Clinical Network (PCN) is a service line within Providence serving patients across seven states with quality, compassionate, coordinated care. Collectively, our medical groups and affiliate practices are the third largest group in the country with over 11,000 providers, 900 clinics and 30,000 caregivers.

Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.

Requisition ID: 350269
Company: Providence Jobs
Job Category: Patient Care (Non-Acute)
Job Function: Clinical Care
Job Schedule: Per-Diem
Job Shift: Day
Career Track: Clinical Support
Department: 3021 FLOAT PERSONNEL
Address: WA Walla Walla 301 W Poplar St
Work Location: St Mary Poplar Medical Complex-Walla Walla
Workplace Type: On-site
Pay Range: $20.70 - $31.68