Medical Assistant I (2026-0755)

Location: Renton, WA | Full Time | 40 hours per week

About the Role

This position is part of the Clinic Network at Valley Medical Center. The role involves critical duties and essential functions of a Medical Assistant, with responsibilities reviewed and revised to meet the changing needs of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Perform within legal and ethical boundaries; document patient communication and clinical treatments accurately.
• Maintain medical records and comply with State, Federal, and regulatory agency requirements.
• Anticipate and facilitate provider workflow; inform and update patients of anticipated wait times.
• Assist providers with patient flow and time management.
• Perform initial intake screening, including verifying the reason for the patient visit and obtaining vital signs per network policy.
• Prepare and maintain examination and treatment areas; prepare patients for examinations, procedures, and treatments.
• Assist with examinations, procedures, and treatments; maintain and update medication and immunization records.
• Complete all forms and data sets for patient care within the scope of practice.
• Schedule, coordinate, and monitor appointments; complete patient recalls daily.
• Apply principles of aseptic techniques and infection control; practice standard precautions, including hand washing and disposal of biohazards.
• Perform inventory of supplies and equipment; maintain administrative and clinical equipment.
• Apply computer and electronic equipment techniques to support office operations.
• Review and complete ancillary charges for office visits; perform "clean" billing submittals.
• Perform venous and capillary invasive procedures for blood withdrawal.
• Administer intradermal, subcutaneous, and intramuscular injections.
• Apply or assist with the application of durable medical equipment.
• Administer medications and immunizations as ordered by the provider and within scope of practice.
• Perform tympanograms and ear irrigations (with provider order).
• Perform waived laboratory tests; provide approved patient education and instructions.
• Manage back-office duties, including multitasking, prioritizing, and organizing workflow for providers.
• Participate in huddles with providers to anticipate needs, orders, and procedures for the day.
• Track patient arrivals, manage messages, and forward them to the appropriate provider.
• Contact patients when messages have been answered and record messages in the EMR.
• Call pharmacies to submit prescriptions approved in the EMR or refax through electronic fax.
• Facilitate care management calls if necessary; expedite written orders from providers (no verbal orders).
• Fax or mail paperwork to pharmacies, other medical centers, and/or patients; ensure all paperwork is signed off by the appropriate provider in a timely manner.
• Manage messaging and order workflow; organize and allocate orders in a timely fashion.
• Research and respond to messages promptly; act as a liaison between PSR, MA, and providers.

Requirements

• Vetted by the State through testing as a Medical Assistant Certified (MA-C).
• Good to excellent computer skills, including the ability to navigate between multiple applications.
• 1 year of experience preferred (2 years for OBGYN Clinic positions, specifically in outpatient/medical office settings).
• Able to communicate effectively in oral and written English.
• Current American Heart Association CPR/BLS for Healthcare Providers.

Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge and comprehension of Medical Assistant scope and role.
• Ability to engage and master the scope and role of an MA in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to comprehend, execute, and act within the limits of MA scope of practice under the direction of a healthcare practitioner.
• Ability to function effectively in an environment requiring multitasking and frequent interruptions.
• Clear understanding of clinic structure and design.
• Professional appearance and demeanor; ability to maintain calm under pressure.
• Respect for cultural diversity; excellent customer service and patient care skills.
• Professional telephone and interpersonal techniques.
• Ability to receive, organize, prioritize, store, and maintain transmittable information using electronic technology.
• Ability to serve as a "communication liaison" between physicians and patients.
• Strong grammar, spelling, and use of approved abbreviations.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with patients of all age groups.

Pay

Salary range: $30.49–$46.17 per hour, depending on experience.