Medical Assistant

About the Role

As a key member of the care team, the Medical Assistant supports clinical operations by coordinating patient flow, preparing patients for exams, administering medications and vaccines, and ensuring a smooth, compassionate experience for families. This role is integral in supporting the clinic team to provide a compassionate, seamless care experience for our patients.

Primary Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient rooming and flow in a fast-paced clinic environment
• Support providers with procedures and anticipate their clinical needs
• Perform patient intakes, including vital signs, vision/hearing screenings, and documentation
• Administer vaccines and single-dose medications
• Clean and stock exam rooms and maintain clinic cleanliness and safety standards
• Communicate with patients and families via phone calls and patient portal messages
• Collaborate with providers, nurses, and support teams to ensure high-quality care
• Exhibit professionalism and sound judgment within the scope of role
• Participate in ongoing training, projects, and quality improvement initiatives
• Perform lab-related tasks
• Promote atmosphere of patient care and customer service excellence, respecting patient rights, confidentiality, diversity, and developmental needs
• Other duties assigned by management

Requirements

• Commitment to a minimum of 1.5 years in this position
• Prior healthcare or pediatric experience is a plus, but not required
• Ability to obtain Medical Assistant – Registered (MA-R) credential (sponsored by Allegro Pediatrics)
• Must adhere to all Allegro Pediatrics employee health screening policies
• The person in this position must always demonstrate professionalism and integrity
• Proficient computer skills
• Excellent customer service, communication, and teamwork skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent interpersonal/people skills
• Strong organizational/multi-tasking skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Reliable transportation and flexibility to work across multiple clinic locations
• Must be 18 years of age or older

Education

• High School/GED diploma or higher
• Ability to obtain a Medical Assistant Registered (MA-R) credential through the State of Washington, Sponsored by Allegro Pediatrics

Compensation

• Medical Assistant-Registered: $24.59
• Medical Assistant-Certified: $27.20

Schedule

• Full time: 4 days/week, 10-hour shifts (4/10s), 40 hours/week
• Day off: to be determined by Allegro's staffing needs
• Schedules are published 2 months in advance
• Employees are required to work one weekend day per month in addition to their weekday schedule and one holiday each year
• Weekends and holiday hours receive additional pay differentials

Benefits

• Bi-weekly payroll
• Overtime after 40 hours a week
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer paid life, AD&D insurance
• Employer paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Plan with employer matching
• Anniversary bonus
• Annual performance review bonus
• License renewals reimbursement
• Birthday/anniversary recognition