Medical Assistant Clinic
About The Position
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patients and the clinical team and help the clinic run smoothly and efficiently. The role proactively prepares patient charts and ensures information is complete and up to date. The Medical Assistant may support multiple patients each day, depending on the number of physicians on site. Success requires enthusiasm for helping others, efficient work, and empathy for patients. Responsibilities include patient intake and clinical support; clinical procedures and testing; medical documentation and record management; care coordination and scheduling; clinic operations and inventory management; and patient communication and administrative support.
Requirements
- High school graduate in General Studies, or a GED in General Studies.
- Completion of a Medical Assistant certificate program at an accredited institution, or validation of equivalent military training (such as Hospital Corpsman training) demonstrating the required job knowledge, skills, and abilities.
- Washington Medical Assistant certification upon hire.
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support - CPR upon hire.
Nice To Haves
- One year of work experience as a Medical Assistant.
Responsibilities
- Greet and prepare patients; collect vital signs, medical history, medications, and allergies; and assist with examinations and patient mobility.
- Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, and basic laboratory procedures; administer approved medications; communicate lab results; and support diagnostic testing.
- Document patient encounters, update electronic medical records, review records for accuracy, and comply with legal and confidentiality requirements.
- Schedule appointments, diagnostic services, and referrals, and coordinate patient flow and follow-up care across departments and providers.
- Prepare and sterilize instruments, maintain exam rooms, manage supplies and equipment, and help ensure a safe, organized clinical environment.
- Provide patient education; handle telephone communications; verify insurance; process registrations; collect payments; resolve routine issues; and escalate concerns as needed.
- Prepare patient charts proactively and ensure patient information is obtained and up to date.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
