Medical Assistant Certified

Job Summary and Responsibilities Virginia Mason is seeking a certified Medical Assistant located in Physical Medicine. You will assist providers and other members of the health care team in the clinic by performing a variety of back‑office and patient‑related tasks and ensuring smooth patient and workflow within the department. You will also perform a variety of patient care procedures within the Medical Assistant (MA) scope of practice, including but not limited to injections, EKGs, ear lavage, blood draws, and measuring patient vital signs (weight, height, blood pressure, pulse, respirations, and temperature). You will manage rooming and patient flow, including pre‑visit preparation, assisting with the patient visit, and post‑visit duties. You will inform providers of schedule changes that impact patient flow, assist with front‑office activities and varied scheduling tasks, and report test results as directed by the provider. As a Medical Assistant at Virginia Mason you will contribute to the strength of our Team Medicine approach to collaborative medicine and benefit from the changes enacted through our Virginia Mason Production System, a model that has transformed health care by providing patients with easier access to care, reducing errors, and continuously innovating patient safety and quality that has been adopted by other organizations here and abroad. Join us, and find out how many ways Virginia Mason offers Medical Assistants the chance to focus on what really matters – your patients. Job Requirements Required High School diploma or GED required. Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant training program required or validation of equivalent military training (e.g. Hospital Corpsman). 6 months of Customer Experience required. Active Washington State Medical Assistant – Certified licensure required. May hold Interim MA‑C with a probationary period to obtain permanent MA‑C licensure within 6 months of hire or before the expiration of the Interim certification. BLS‑RQI required. Preferred Knowledge of insurance concepts preferred. One year Medical Assistant – Certified experience preferred. Just as Virginia Mason is dedicated to improving the lives of our patients and our community, we are equally dedicated to your professional and personal success. With a wide range of perks that includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, and the opportunity to live in one of the most livable cities in the nation, you will find that a medical Assistant opportunity with Virginia Mason is one worth taking. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Where You'll Work Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is located in the Puget Sound region, with 11 hospitals and many sites across the area. You will be part of an integrated health system that provides high‑quality patient care. #J-18808-Ljbffr