Medical Assistant-Certified

Job Summary:

The Medical Assistant-Certified (MA-C) will provide comprehensive support in a primary care outpatient clinic focused on elderly patients aged 62 and older. This role involves standard medical assistant duties performed to the top of scope, with a strong emphasis on administrative tasks and effective communication to coordinate patient care with clinicians and external providers. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, and requires punctuality, reliability, and a commitment to quality patient care. Responsibilities:

Support clinicians in patient care activities within the outpatient primary care setting. Perform standard medical assistant duties including patient intake, vital signs, and preparing patients for examinations. Manage administrative tasks such as scheduling, documentation, and coordination with outside facilities and physicians. Utilize electronic health records (preferably EPIC) for charting and patient data management. Communicate effectively with patients, providers, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity of care. Contribute to value-based care initiatives aimed at minimizing hospital admissions and emergency department utilization for complex elderly patients. Required Skills & Certifications:

Current and valid Washington State Medical Assistant-Certified (MA-C) license. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrated administrative experience in a clinical setting. Ability to work full-time, 40 hours per week, with reliable attendance and punctuality. Resolved scheduling restrictions and limitations prior to start (e.g., childcare, transportation). Basic proficiency with electronic health records; EPIC experience preferred but not required. Preferred Skills & Certifications:

Experience working with elderly or complex patient populations. Experience in value-based care models or team-based care environments. Special Considerations:

Position is open only to candidates residing within 50 miles of the clinic location. Temporary to permanent employment opportunity; permanent placement is expected if performance is satisfactory. No weekend or on-call shifts required. Strict adherence to schedule is mandatory to ensure consistent patient care coverage. Cannot be a Medical Assistant-Registered (MA-R), Medical Assistant-Phlebotomist (MA-P), or Medical Assistant-Hemodialysis Technician (MA-HT). Scheduling:

Full-time schedule, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM with a one-hour lunch break. No weekend or holiday shifts. Shift assignments are fixed and do not require floating between units.