Associate Medical Assistant - PEDIATRIC
About The Position
The Associate Medical Assistant (MA I) works under the delegation of a licensed practitioner to perform duties that assist with basic patient care. The role includes both administrative and clinical duties to meet patient care needs and requires following established policies, procedures, and regulations. At Swedish Medical Group's pediatric clinic, the Associate Medical Assistant works alongside licensed providers to care for children and families. Duties include taking vital signs, administering vaccines and medications, and supporting clinic operations as part of a collaborative care team. The position offers opportunities to develop skills and advance a Medical Assistant career in a dynamic, fast-paced environment focused on high-quality, compassionate care. Free on-site parking is available.
Requirements
- 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 completion of two years of medical training in the United States Armed Forces; or at least one year of medical assistant work experience that includes obtaining vital signs, administering injections, and medication administration.
- Washington Medical Assistant Certification within 30 days of hire.
- National Provider BLS certification from the American Heart Association within 30 days of hire.
- Medical assisting experience in a clinic setting (0–6 months).
Nice To Haves
- Six months of prior experience providing a high level of customer service in a fast-paced environment.
- Six months of previous experience in a healthcare setting working with an electronic health record (EHR).
Responsibilities
- Assist licensed providers with basic patient care under their delegation.
- Perform administrative and clinical duties to meet patient care needs.
- Obtain vital signs.
- Administer vaccines, injections, and medications as directed.
- Support clinic operations.
- Follow established policies, procedures, regulations, and standards.
- Provide care and support to pediatric patients and their families.
Benefits
- Free on-site parking.
- Benefits designed to support employees and their families in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
