Legacy Health·Vancouver, Washington
The Medical Assistant will assist physicians with patient care, including performing clinical procedures like phlebotomy and medication administration. They also manage indirect patient care tasks such as processing medication refills and scheduling appointments via the electronic health record system.
Overview Be the Connection That Makes a Difference in Patient Care Are you a compassionate Medical Assistant looking to make a difference beyond the exam room?
As part of our team, you’ll play a key role in a primary care or specialty clinic.
Here, we go beyond treating symptoms — we care for the whole person, addressing not just medical needs but also recognizing the critical social determinants of health.
You’ll be part of a deeply collaborative care team that includes medical providers, nurses, social workers, behavioral health clinicians, pharmacists, and more — all working together to break down barriers to care.
Your clinical skills, attention to detail, and patient-centered mindset make you a vital link between our patients and their care providers.
If you’re looking for a meaningful role where every interaction counts and teamwork drives real change, we’d love to meet you.
Our benefits meet you where you are.
We’re here to help our employees navigate the integration of work and life: Breathe easy with medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family.
Feel supported in your mental health and personal growth with employee assistance programs.
Feel great and thrive with access to health and wellness programs, paid time off and discounts for work necessities, such as cell phones.
We’re proud to foster a hospital culture that values connection, well-being, and fun — because when our team thrives, our patients do too.
Assist with patient care under the direction of physicians. Prepare patients for office visits and procedures. Preforms a variety of patient care activities, such as vaccine/medication administration, phlebotomy, and point of care testing. Provides indirect patient care via phone or EHR by addressing patient questions, processing medication refills and scheduling follow-up appointments. Utilize electronic health record for efficient care.
One year experience as a clinic back office medical assistant preferred.
Candidates must have completed a medical assistant program or equivalent, or hold a formal military medical services training or EMT certification. A current BLS for Providers certification from the American Heart Association is required, and MA certification must be obtained within one year.
Market context
In Washington, support-services roles in healthcare are typically in steady demand because clinics, hospitals, and long-term care settings need staff who can keep patient flow moving and support licensed teams. These positions are competitive when employers want candidates with a high school diploma, LPN, MA, or CNA training, valid Washington licensure, and BLS certification; EKG and arrhythmia training after hire can also be part of the path. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your license status and certification readiness before applying.