Medical Assistant

MultiCare Health System • Puyallup, WA

14d • $25 - $36

About The Position

The Certified Medical Assistant (MA-C) is an integral member of a Physician/Advanced Practice Provider (APP) office team and works under the direction and supervision of a licensed healthcare practitioner. The role requires safe clinical skills performed within the MA-C scope of practice. The MA-C has continuous contact with physicians, APPs, nurses, front office staff, patients, and patients’ families or caregivers.

This is a 1.0 FTE day-shift position with a Monday-through-Friday schedule. The pay scale is $24.83–$35.71 USD; actual pay may depend on factors such as skills, experience, certification, and education.

Requirements

• Washington State Medical Assistant-Certified (MA-C).
• Current BLS certification.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Organize patient flow in collaboration with front office staff.
• Interview patients.
• Obtain vital signs.
• Assist patients in preparing for exams or treatments.
• Collect specimens, including through venipuncture.
• Administer medications in compliance with Washington State Department of Health regulations and documented competency.
• Relay instructions and information to patients and their families or caregivers.
• Send and receive patient medical records.
• Facilitate patient referrals.
• Prepare forms for patients.

Benefits

• Competitive tuition assistance.
• Career development, award-winning residencies, and fellowships.
• Generous paid time off.
• Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs.
• Medical, dental, and retirement benefits.
• Competitive salary.
• A $5,000 sign-on bonus for external applicants with one year of experience who commit to two years.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed