Medical Assistant Certified

$55,120 - $74,298/Yr

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health - Seattle, WA

Full-time - Entry Level

Seattle, WA

10,001+ employees

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Medical Assistant Certified position at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health involves supporting healthcare providers and ensuring efficient patient workflow in a clinical setting. The role includes performing various patient care procedures, managing patient flow, and assisting with both back office and front office tasks. This position is integral to the collaborative Team Medicine approach, emphasizing patient safety and quality care.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers and other healthcare team members in the clinic.
• Perform a variety of back office and patient-related tasks.
• Conduct patient care procedures within the Medical Assistant scope of practice, including injections, EKGs, ear lavage, and blood draws.
• Measure patient vital signs such as weight, height, blood pressure, pulse, respirations, and temperature.
• Manage rooming and patient flow, including pre-visit preparation and post-visit duties.
• Inform providers of schedule changes that impact patient flow.
• Assist with front office activities and varied scheduling tasks.
• Report test results as directed by the provider.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED with the ability to read and comprehend at a 12th Grade Level or above.
• Graduation from an accredited medical assisting program.
• Washington State Department of Health medical assistant - certified (CM) or medical assistant interim (IC) credential required.
• Knowledge of third-party payer requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Skill in using a PC.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus eligibility
• Comprehensive compensation and benefits package