Medical Assistant - Surgical Medical Weight Loss

MultiCare Health System; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 24,836 - 74,276; Full time

Job summary

MultiCare Health System is hiring a Certified Medical Assistant (MA-C) to join a physician/APP office team in Tacoma, WA. The MA-C will work under licensed practitioners, performing safe clinical tasks and interacting with physicians, nurses, and front-office staff to support patient care.

The role requires MA-C certification, at least one year of healthcare experience (preferred), and current BLS. The position is full-time with a Day shift, Monday through Friday, in an on-site office setting in

Qualifications

• Washington MA-C certification
• Minimum of one year experience in a healthcare setting (preferred)
• Current BLS certification

Responsibilities

• Fulfills patient care responsibilities such as interviewing patients, obtaining vital signs, preparing for exams, and assisting with procedures.
• Performs specimen collection including venipuncture and administers medications per WA DoH regulations and competency.
• Relays instructions to patients and families, and assists with clerical tasks like processing medical records and facilitating referrals.

Skills

MA-C Certified

One year healthcare experience

BLS Certified

Job description

Join a team that shares your calling

At MultiCare, you're more than just a job title - you're part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you'll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.

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

FTE: 1.0, Shift: Day, Schedule: Monday - Friday

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

• Washington State Medical Assistant-Certified (MA-C)
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a healthcare setting preferred
• Current BLS certification

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 $24.83 - $35.71 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.