Medical Assistant - Internal Medicine

divh2Certified Medical Assistant (MA-C)/h2pAt MultiCare, youre more than just a job title youre part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, youll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home./pp****URGENTLY HIRING**** $5,000 SIGN on BONUS with 24 month commitment. Must have at least one year experience. FTE: 1.0, Shift: Day, Schedule: Monday - Friday/ph3Position Summary/h3pThe Certified Medical Assistant (MA-C) is an integral part of the Physician/Advanced Practice Provider (APP) office team working under the direction and supervision of a licensed healthcare practitioner. Work situations require performance of safe clinical skills within the scope of practice of the MA-C. The MA-C has continuous contact with physicians, APPs, nurses, front office staff, patients and their families/caregivers./ph3Responsibilities:/h3ulliFulfills patient care responsibilities as assigned which may include: ulliOrganizing patient flow in collaboration with the front office staff/liliInterviewing patients/liliObtaining vital signs/liliAssisting patients in preparing for exams or treatments/liliPerforming specimen collection, including venipuncture/liliAdministration of medications in compliance with Washington State Department of Health regulations and documented competency/liliRelaying instructions/information to patients and their families/caregivers/li/ul/liliFulfills clerical responsibilities as assigned which may include: ulliSending and receiving of patient medical records/liliFacilitating patient referrals/liliPreparing forms for patients/li/ul/li/ulh3Requirements:/h3ulliWashington State Medical Assistant-Certified (MA-C)/liliMinimum of one (1) year of experience in a healthcare setting preferred/liliCurrent BLS certification/li/ulpMultiCare Allenmore Hospital has served Tacoma since 1929, offering convenient access to primary and specialty care services. This 130-bed hospital provides advanced diagnostic and treatment technologies and a 24-hour Emergency Department, all located on a patient-friendly, easily accessible campus./ppTacoma, just 30 miles south of Seattle, blends big-city amenities with the beauty of the Pacific Northwest. From scenic waterfronts and mountain trails to vibrant arts, dining and brewery scenes, Tacoma offers something for everyone outdoor enthusiasts, families and young professionals alike. With strong schools and universities, its a city where you can live, work and play./ph3Why MultiCare?/h3ulliRooted in the local community Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years/liliGrowth and education Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in your future/liliWell-being and support Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared for at work and in life/liliLiving our values Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other/liliBelonging for all Employee Resource Groups, inclusion initiatives and outreach programs support a workplace where every voice is valued/liliPacific Northwest lifestyle Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life/li/ulpWe provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. The pay scale is $24.83 - $35.71 USD. Pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicants years of experience align./p/div