Senior Medical Assistant - Orthopedics

Providence; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence Swedish Medical Group is seeking a Medical Assistant III to work under a licensed practitioner, performing duties to support patient care. The MA III serves as an informal leader, ambassador, and mentor, with responsibilities expanding from MA I/II roles.

The position emphasizes patient-focused care and teamwork within a PSJH clinic. The role requires graduation from an accredited program, clinical hands-on training, and state certification with BLS within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• 2 years medical assisting experience in a clinic setting.
• 2 years experience providing high-level customer service in a fast-paced environment, including handling confidential data.
• 6 months working experience in a PSJH clinic within the last 3 years.
• Washington Medical Assistant Certification upon hire.
• Within 30 days of hire: American Heart Association BLS.

Skills

Customer service

Education

Washington Medical Assistant Certification

National Medical Assistant Certification

Two years medical training in U.S. Armed Forces

Job description

The MA III works under the delegation of a licensed practitioner to perform duties as directed to assist in providing patient care to assigned patients. A MA III is capable of performing all aspects of the MA I and MA II roles. Additionally, the MA III proactively takes initiative and serves as an informal leader with additional responsibilities related to clinic/location. MA III serves as an ambassador, change agent, quality champion, and mentor/resource to Medical Assistants by providing support, guidance, and training as needed.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Swedish Health Services DBA Swedish Medical Group 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

• Coursework/Training Graduate of an accredited school that includes hands on training in a clinical setting for medical assistants Or
• Coursework/Training Graduate of a registered medical assistant apprenticeship program Or
• Coursework/Training Has completed two years of medical training in the United States Armed Forces Or
• Upon hire: Washington Medical Assistant Certification
• Within 30 days of hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association
• 2 years Medical assisting experience in a clinic setting.
• 2 years Experience providing a high level of customer service in a fast paced environment, including handling confidential data with discretion.
• 6 months Working experience in a PSJH clinic within the last 3 years.

Preferred Qualifications

• Upon hire: National Medical Assistant Certification

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 improving the health and wellbeing of each patient we serve.