• Medical Assistant

    Virginia Mason Franciscan Health (Lakewood, WA)


    Responsibilities

    Franciscan Medical Group, as part of Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, is currently seeking a **full-time Clinic Medical Assistant** for the Franciscan **Family Medical Clinic in Lakewood, 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. Free parking with no weekends or organizationally recognized holidays required.

    About Your Position:

    As a Medical Assistant, you will work as a member of a care team to provide care and support to patients under the direction of a physician or mid-level provider. Your daily responsibilities will include the following types of things:

     

    Greeting and preparing patients for their visit with the provider by obtaining and recording their vital signs and other information such as height, weight, drug allergies, current medications and presenting problem

     

    Assisting with diagnostic tests and clinical procedures such as venous and capillary invasive procedures for blood draws, intradermal (including skin tests), subcutaneous and intramuscular injections

     

    Administering medications and vaccinations

     

    Managing patient flow, ensuring enough time for patient and family education

     

    Preparing and sterilizing instruments and maintaining equipment and patient care areas clean and orderly

     

    Scheduling patient appointments and other administrative duties as needed

     

    Actively participating in continuing education, required meetings and committees as requested

     

    May perform medical scribe duties under the direct supervision and review of the attending provider and in compliance with the FMG Medical Scribe Program Policy.

    Qualifications

    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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    Overview

     

    Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891 when the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia founded St. Joseph Hospital in Tacoma.

     

    Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit. Across the Puget Sound area, 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 organization boasts a comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region.

     

    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.

    Pay Range

    $25.19 - $32.16 /hour

     

    We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.