Medical Assistant

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

Sign on Bonus for qualifying new external Certified Medical Assistants available!

Franciscan Medical Group, as part of Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, is currently seeking a full-time Clinic Medical Assistant for the Franciscan General Surgery Associates Clinic in  Tacoma, WA.  We are seeking a motivated individual to support our fast-paced Clinic. This an exciting opportunity to work in a team-based environment. Competitive pay and great schedule. Exciting opportunity to work with a growing specialty practice. Free parking with no weekends or organizationally recognized holidays required.  

As our Medical Assistant, 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.

• Greets and prepares patients for practitioner visit; obtains and records vital signs and other appropriate information such as height, weight, drug allergies, current medications and presenting problems; positions, drapes and cleans up after examinations under Provider supervision; provides patient mobility assistance as necessary.
• Performs basic lab and phlebotomy procedures, draws blood and performs EKG’s and laboratory procedures, administers approved medications via oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular or intradermal routes, informs patients of lab results, and mails reports to patients, under the supervision of provider.
  
  • May “pend” orders which include laboratory testing and radiology studies for provider sign-off.
• Documents, in the electronic medical record, medical visits/procedures performed by healthcare providers in accordance with established procedures.
  
  • Enters data such as: patient medical history/physical exam results, patient education/explanation of benefits/risks, provider-dictated diagnoses, prescriptions and instructions for patient/family relating to self-care and follow-up, and prepared referral letters as directed by the provider.
• Reviews medical documentation to validate information and to identify inconsistencies/errors and facilitate overall accuracy of the medical record in accordance with established procedures/requirements.
  
  • Troubleshoots/resolves routine issues and escalates non-routine issues to provider or other appropriate contact.
  
  
  
  • Understands and applies legal/ethical requirements relating to the preparation of medical documentation and patient confidentiality.
  Reviews clinical data, lab and/or other test results and the interpretation of the test results by the provider.
• Prepares, cleans and sterilizes instruments; disposes of contaminated items in accordance with established standards; keeps exam rooms clean, orderly and well stocked; maintains adequate inventory of supplies; anticipates provider’s need for medications, supplies, and equipment and plans accordingly.
• Schedules appointments to include office visits, ultrasound, non-stress tests and processes/authorizes referrals to other Medical Care Providers, Clinics and facilities as instructed; works with the other CHI-FH Departments in scheduling appointments for mutual clients.
  
  
  • May perform front office clerical duties such as billing, collection and registration functions, verifying insurance and collecting co-payments.
  
  
  • Coordinates patient flow to ensure sufficient time for patient/family education.
  
  
  • Performs telephone communication functions; giving clear information both verbally and in writing.

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma (or GED equivalent) and completion of a Medical Assistant certification program at an accredited institution that demonstrates attainment of the requisite job knowledge skills/abilities. 
• One year experience as a Medical Assistant preferred. 

Licensure/Certifications:

• Washington State Certification as a Medical Assistant-Certified.
• Current Healthcare Provider BLS Certification.

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