Medical Assistant - Registered or Certified - Primary Care
About The Position
This combined posting covers Associate Medical Assistant Registered WA, Associate Medical Assistant, Medical Assistant Registered WA, and Medical Assistant roles in primary care at Swedish Medical Group. Consideration for each role depends on qualifications; applicants qualified for any one of the positions are encouraged to apply. Medical assistants work under the delegation of a licensed practitioner to assist with patient care. Duties include administrative and clinical tasks to meet basic patient-care needs. Associate roles perform duties in accordance with established policies, procedures, and regulations. Journey MA-R and MA II roles perform all aspects of the corresponding associate or MA I role and are fully competent in the clinical needs and functions of their assigned clinic or work location. The listed work location is Issaquah, Washington. Salary ranges vary by role: Associate MA-R, $21.49–$32.20; MA-R, $23.30–$34.90; Associate MA, $24.27–$36.37; and MA, $26.47–$40.49. Providence describes its culture as patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Its benefits are described as supporting employees and their families in wellness, professional growth, and financial security.
Requirements
- For Associate Medical Assistant Registered WA: obtain Washington Medical Assistant Registration within 60 days of hire.
- For Associate Medical Assistant Registered WA: obtain National Provider BLS certification from the American Heart Association within 30 days of hire.
- For Medical Assistant Registered WA: obtain Washington Medical Assistant Registration within 60 days of hire.
- For Medical Assistant Registered WA: obtain National Provider BLS certification from the American Heart Association within 30 days of hire.
- For Medical Assistant Registered WA: have 6 months of healthcare experience and 6 months of Medical Assistant experience.
- For Associate Medical Assistant: meet one of these training or experience pathways: graduate from an accredited school with hands-on clinical training for medical assistants; graduate from a registered medical assistant apprenticeship program; complete two years of medical training in the U.S. Armed Forces; or have at least one year of medical assistant work experience that includes obtaining vital signs, administering injections, and medication administration.
- For Associate Medical Assistant: obtain Washington Medical Assistant Certification upon hire.
- For Associate Medical Assistant: obtain National Provider BLS certification from the American Heart Association within 30 days of hire.
- For Associate Medical Assistant: have 0–6 months of medical assisting experience in a clinic setting.
- For Medical Assistant: meet one of these training or experience pathways: graduate from an accredited school with hands-on clinical training for medical assistants; graduate from a registered medical assistant apprenticeship program; complete two years of medical training in the U.S. Armed Forces; or have at least one year of medical assistant work experience that includes obtaining vital signs, administering injections, and medication administration.
- For Medical Assistant: obtain Washington Medical Assistant Certification upon hire.
- For Medical Assistant: obtain National Provider BLS certification from the American Heart Association within 30 days of hire.
- For Medical Assistant: have 6 months of healthcare experience and 6 months of Medical Assistant experience.
Nice To Haves
- Associate Medical Assistant Registered WA: coursework or training in Medical Assistant, Medical Office Assistant, Medical Secretary, or Health Unit Coordinator/Clerk.
- Associate Medical Assistant Registered WA: 6 months of medical assisting experience in a clinic setting.
- Medical Assistant Registered WA: coursework or training in Medical Assistant, Medical Office Assistant, Medical Secretary, or Health Unit Coordinator/Clerk.
- Associate Medical Assistant: 6 months of prior experience providing a high level of customer service in a fast-paced environment.
- Associate Medical Assistant: 6 months of prior experience in a healthcare setting working with an Electronic Health Record (EHR).
- Medical Assistant: National Medical Assistant Certification upon hire.
Responsibilities
- Perform duties under the delegation of a licensed practitioner to assist with patient care.
- Provide basic patient care through administrative and clinical duties.
- For Journey MA-R and MA II roles, perform all duties of the corresponding associate or MA I role and competently address the clinical needs and functions of the assigned clinic or work location.
- Follow established policies, procedures, and regulations.
Benefits
- Providence offers 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
