Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation's largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 158 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings. As our Medical Assistant, you'll keep the day running smoothly and efficiently for your patients and clinical team. Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, is currently seeking a full-time Clinic Medical Assistant for the Franciscan Thoracic Surgery Clinic in Tacoma, WA. Looking for an engaged, energetic Medical Assistant interested in working with an amazing group in our Thoracic Surgery and Interventional Pulmonology department. Every day, you will take the lead on pro-actively preparing patient charts, ensuring all information is obtained and up-to-date for those seen in our facility. You can expect to have multiple patients daily depending on the number of physicians are on-site. Your success in this role comes from your enthusiasm to help others, work efficiently, and your empathy for our patients. Patient Preparation & Support: Greets, prepares, and assists patients during visits, including recording vitals, taking medical history, and providing mobility aid. Clinical Procedures & Lab Work: Performs basic lab tests, phlebotomy, EKGs, administers approved medications, and communicates lab results under provider supervision. Medical Record Documentation: Accurately documents medical visits, procedures, orders, patient history, diagnoses, prescriptions, and referrals in the electronic medical record. Documentation Review & Compliance: Reviews medical documentation for accuracy and consistency, complying with legal/ethical requirements for patient confidentiality. Clinic Operations & Supply Management: Prepares/cleans instruments, maintains tidy and stocked exam rooms, manages supplies, and schedules various appointments and referrals. Administrative & Communication Support: May handle front office duties like billing/registration, coordinates patient flow for education, and manages phone communications. Enjoy free parking, a consistent schedule, and no weekend or holiday shifts. Job Requirements Required High School Graduate General Studies, upon hire or High School GED General Studies, upon hire and Certificate Other completion of a Medical Assistant certification program at an accredited institution or validation of equivalent military training (i.e. Hospital Corpsman) that demonstrates attainment of the requisite job knowledge skills/abilities., upon hire and Medical Assistant Certification: WA, upon hire and Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire Preferred 1-3 years One year of work experience as a Medical Assistant, upon hire and