Medical Assistant Clinic

Franciscan Medical Group • Seattle, WA

5d • $26 - $34

About The Position

As a Medical Assistant, you will help keep the day running smoothly and efficiently for patients and the clinical team. You will proactively prepare patient charts and ensure that information is complete and up to date. The role may involve supporting multiple patients each day, depending on the number of physicians on site. Success requires enthusiasm for helping others, efficiency, and empathy for patients.

The position includes 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. Virginia Mason Franciscan Health provides care through a network of hospitals and care sites across the Puget Sound region.

Requirements

• High school graduation in General Studies, or a GED in General Studies.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant certification program at an accredited institution, or validation of equivalent military training (such as Hospital Corpsman training) demonstrating the requisite 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; the preferred qualification is listed as 1–3 years.

Responsibilities

• Greet and prepare patients; collect vital signs, medical history, medication information, and allergies; and assist with examinations and patient mobility.
• Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, and basic laboratory procedures; administer approved medications; communicate laboratory 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; coordinate patient flow and follow-up care across departments and providers.
• Prepare and sterilize instruments, maintain examination rooms, manage supplies and equipment, and maintain 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED