Virginia Mason Medical Center·Seattle, Washington
The Medical Assistant is responsible for proactively preparing patient charts and ensuring all clinical information is up-to-date. They support the clinical team by managing daily patient flow and providing empathetic care to patients.
Where You’ll Work Virginia Mason Franciscan Health brings together two award winning health systems in Washington state - CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason.
As one integrated health system with the most patient access points in western Washington our team includes 18,000 staff and nearly 5,000 employed physicians and affiliated providers.
At Virginia Mason Franciscan Health you will find the safest and highest quality of care provided by our expert, compassionate medical care team at 11 hospitals and nearly 300 sites throughout the greater Puget Sound region.
Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Medical Assistant - Registered, you'll keep the day running smoothly and efficiently for your patients and clinical team.
Every day, you will take the lead on proactively 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.
Job Requirements Required High School diploma or GED Six (6) months of experience in a medical office/clinic or graduation from an accredited Medical Administrative Assistant, Medical Assistant, or Nursing Assistant Program Medical Assistant Registered (MA-R) through the State of Washington, sponsored by Virginia Mason, required within 60 days of hire BLS-RQI Knowledge of medical terminology Professional demeanor with a positive, upbeat attitude, and strong communication skills Excellent organizational and interpersonal communication skills Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task Capable of working independently with minimal supervision Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from administrative and clinical staff, leaders, patients and physicians Preferred Associate degree or equivalent
Candidates must have a high school diploma and either six months of medical office experience or graduation from an accredited MA/Nursing Assistant program. A Washington State MA-R certification and BLS-RQI are required.
Market context
In Washington, Medical Assistant - Registered roles are commonly in demand across clinics, primary care, and specialty practices, especially for candidates who already hold MA-R certification and BLS-RQI. These positions are competitive because employers often want both hands-on medical office experience and formal training, along with a high school diploma. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time versus reading the full posting, and confirm your MA-R credential and BLS-RQI are current before applying.
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