Medical Assistant Clinic

CommonSpirit Health • Tacoma, WA

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About The Position

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is hiring a Medical Assistant to support patients and the clinical team and help ensure efficient clinic operations. The Medical Assistant proactively prepares patient charts and makes sure information is current and complete. The role may involve supporting multiple patients daily, 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, and completion of a Medical Assistant certification program at an accredited institution or validation of equivalent military training (for example, Hospital Corpsman) 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, medication information, 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.
• Proactively prepare patient charts and ensure information is obtained and up to date.

What This Job Offers

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