Medical Assistant (Entry Level)

Puyallup Tribal Health Authority • Tacoma, WA

7d • $27 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

Start Your Career as a Medical Assistant With Purpose. At Puyallup Tribal Health Authority (PTHA), we know that starting your career as a Medical Assistant is a big milestone. If you’ve recently completed your Medical Assistant program and are ready to grow your skills in a supportive, hands-on clinical environment, this is a great place to begin. We’re hiring a Medical Assistant (MA-C) who is eager to learn, excited to work with patients of all ages, and ready to be part of a team that truly supports one another. Your first Medical Assistant job should help you build confidence, not stress you out. At PTHA, you’ll be surrounded by people who want you to succeed and will help you get there. If you’re a new Medical Assistant graduate ready to start your clinical career in a meaningful, supportive environment, we encourage you to apply. In accordance with federal law, Native American Preference in employment applies and job placements are given on a competitive basis, using job related factors.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program
• Current WA State Medical Assistant Certification (MA-C) (Pending MA-C applications may be considered if certification will be active by hire date)
• Eagerness to learn and grow in a clinical setting
• Strong communication skills and a patient-first attitude

Responsibilities

• Rooming patients and helping them feel comfortable before their visit
• Taking vital signs and gathering basic patient history
• Assisting with exams and procedures alongside providers
• Learning to administer immunizations and medications (with supervision and certification)
• Supporting basic lab work, phlebotomy, and diagnostic testing (with training and certification)
• Helping keep exam rooms organized, stocked, and clean
• Supporting scheduling, phone calls, and electronic health record documentation
• Working closely with your care team to ensure smooth patient flow

Benefits

• 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees
• Generous paid time off
• 18+ paid holidays (including your birthday!)
• 401(k) with annual profit-sharing contributions after eligibility requirements are met
• Eligible employer for student loan repayment programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree