Medical Assistant - Specialty clinics

MultiCare Health System; Washington, Tacoma (District of Columbia, WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic healthcare network dedicated to providing exceptional patient care. As a Certified Medical Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting physicians and enhancing patient experiences. This position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a $5,000 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates. With a commitment to community health and a focus on belonging, this role is perfect for those seeking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment. Embrace the opportunity to grow your career while enjoying the beauty of the Pacific Northwest.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Flexible schedules

Competitive salary

Employee-centric workplace

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited program for Medical Assistants is required.
• Must be Washington State Medical Assistant-Certified (MA-C).

Responsibilities

• Organize patient flow and assist patients in preparing for exams.
• Perform specimen collection and administer medications per regulations.

Skills

Patient Care

Clinical Skills

Vital Signs Measurement

Venipuncture

Medication Administration

Education

Accredited Medical Assistant Program

Washington State Medical Assistant-Certified (MA-C)

Job description

You Belong Here.

At MultiCare, we strive to offer a true sense of belonging for all our employees. Across our health care network, you will find a dynamic range of meaningful careers, opportunities for growth, safe workplaces, and flexible schedules. We are connected by our mission - partnering and healing for a healthy future - and dedicated to the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

****URGENTLY HIRING**** $5,000 SIGN on BONUS with 24 month commitment. Must have at least one year experience, external applicants only.

We have opportunities available to support one of the following specialties:

• Orthopedics/Sports Medicine
• Urology
• Medical or Surgical Weight Loss
• Family Practice
• Women's health
• Plastics and Reconstructive Surgery

FTE: 1.0, Shift: Day, Schedule: Monday - Friday, core business hours

Position Summary

The Certified Medical Assistant (MA-C) is an integral part of the Physician/Advanced Practice Provider (APP) office team working under the direction and supervision of a licensed healthcare practitioner. Work situations require performance of safe clinical skills within the scope of practice of the MA-C. The MA-C has continuous contact with physicians, APPs, nurses, front office staff, patients and their families/caregivers.

Responsibilities:

• Fulfills patient care responsibilities as assigned which may include:
  • Organizing patient flow in collaboration with the front office staff
  • Interviewing patients
  • Obtaining vital signs
  • Assisting patients in preparing for exams or treatments
  • Performing specimen collection, including venipuncture
  • Administration of medications in compliance with Washington State Department of Health regulations and documented competency
  • Relaying instructions/information to patients and their families/caregivers
• Fulfills clerical responsibilities as assigned which may include:
  • Sending and receiving of patient medical records
  • Facilitating patient referrals
  • Preparing forms for patients

Requirements:

• Completion of an accredited program for Medical Assistants
• Washington State Medical Assistant-Certified (MA-C)
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a healthcare setting preferred

Our Values

As a MultiCare employee, we'll rely on you to reflect our core values of Respect, Integrity, Stewardship, Excellence, Collaboration, Kindness and Joy. Our values serve as our guiding principles and impact every aspect of our organization, including how we provide patient care and what we expect from each other.

Why MultiCare?

• Belonging: We work to create a true sense of belonging for all our caregivers
• Mission-driven: We are dedicated to our mission of partnering for healing and a healthy future and the patients and communities we serve
• Market leadership: Washington state's largest community-based, locally governed health system
• Employee-centric: Named Forbes "America's Best Employers by State" in 2023
• Technology: "Most Wired"health caresystem 15 years in a row
• Leading research: MultiCare Institute for Research & Innovation, 40 years of ground-breaking, clinical and health services research in our communities
• Lifestyle: Live and work in the Pacific Northwest - offering breathtaking water, mountains and forest at every turn.

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $24.58 - $35.36 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant's years of experience align.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.