Medical Assistant - Registered
About Us
Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation’s largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 138 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings.
Our Mission
As CommonSpirit Health, we make the healing presence of God known in our world by improving the health of the people we serve, especially those who are vulnerable, while we advance social justice for all. To learn more about a calling that defines and unites, please click here for more information about our mission, vision, and values.
The posted compensation range of $26.45 - $37.36 / hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.
We are seeking a highly motivated and compassionate Medical Assistant to join our team. The MA-R will provide essential clinical and administrative support to our physicians and nursing staff, ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the clinic.
This role requires a strong understanding of medical terminology, procedures, and patient care principles. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a commitment to patient confidentiality, and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for rooming and patient flow by taking medical histories, vital statics, obtaining last visit notes and/or lab results. Prepares patients for exams, treatments and procedures by obtaining vital signs which may include temp,
- pulse, respirations, blood pressure, height and weight measurements. Observe and record patient symptoms.
- Explain tests or procedures and inform patients of test results. Instruct patient in urine or fecal specimen collection, screen and follow up test
- results. May perform waived test: Glucose or Urine Dip.
- Maintain medication and immunization records.
- Utilizing Standard Precautions: cleans & organizes exam rooms, cleans/sterilizes equipment, disposes of bio-hazardous materials and is responsible for autoclave wrapping.
- Acts as primary contact for patients in person and on the phone. Greets patients upon entering the clinic. Registers and checks-in patients, prepares paperwork for visit, verifies and updates patient information for new and established patients. Collect copayments from patients at check-in.
- Answer telephones and schedule patient appointments with providers. Reminds patients of upcoming appointments and schedules new or follow up appointments. Explains logistics related to appointments (e.g., appointment time, parking). Keeps patients informed of delays. Routes phone calls per urgent/emergent guidelines. Perform telephone and in-person screening.
- Coordinates and schedules services for patients and providers. Maintains provider’s daily schedules and communicates changes. Prepares charts with all necessary paperwork. Coordinates pre-authorizations. Requests/submits referrals. Maintains filing of test results. Updates insurance information. Manages information such as filing, pharm refill line, release/receipt of records, x-rays, referrals, pre-authorizations & quality checks on charge slips. Provides patients with generic preoperative and postoperative information.
- Manages office supplies. Coordinates durable medical equipment delivery/return. Maintains stock & patient education materials Sorts mail & other communications.
Job Requirements
Requires:
- High School diploma or GED
- 6 months experience in a medical office/clinic or graduation from an accredited Medical Administrative Assistant, Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant Program.
- Medical Assistant Registered (MA-R) through the State of Washington
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Professional demeanor with a positive, upbeat attitude, strong communication skills.
- Excellent organizational and interpersonal communications.
- Detail oriented with ability to multi-task. Capable to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from administrative and clinical staff, leaders, patients and physicians
Preferred:
- Associates degree or equivalent
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 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.
Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit https://www.commonspirit.careers/benefits.
Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.
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Equal Opportunity
CommonSpirit Health™ is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, parental status, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, please click here.
CommonSpirit Health™ will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c). External hires must pass a post-offer, pre-employment background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with an arrest and/or conviction will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances, ban the box laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by telephone at (415) 438-5575 and let us know the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). CommonSpirit Health™ participates in E-Verify.