Register Medical Assistant

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 for their ambulatory clinic in Seattle. This role involves supporting medical staff with patient care, managing schedules, and ensuring efficient patient flow. Join a dedicated team committed to high-quality care and professional success.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus

Comprehensive compensation

Continuing education 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

Sign on bonus available for qualified candidates.

Virginia Mason Medical Center was recognized among the Best Hospitals in Washington state by U.S. News & World Report.

Virginia Mason Hematology and Oncology is seeking a Medical Assistant Registered in our ambulatory clinic. 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 Assistant Registered contributes to our Team Medicine approach to collaborative care and benefits from the Virginia Mason Production System, a model that has transformed healthcare by providing easier access to care, reducing errors, and continuously innovating patient safety and quality, adopted by organizations locally and internationally.

Join us to discover the many ways Virginia Mason supports customer service professionals in focusing 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 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. Our benefits include comprehensive compensation, continuing education, support, and the opportunity to live in one of the most livable cities in the country. This customer service role with Virginia Mason is a rewarding opportunity.

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 an integrated health system with extensive patient access points in western Washington, our team includes 18,000 staff and nearly 5,000 physicians and providers. We provide the safest, highest-quality care through our expert, compassionate medical team at 11 hospitals and nearly 300 sites across the greater Puget Sound region.