Medical Assistant I | $6,000 Sign-on Incentive (2026-0744)

Fairwood Primary Care – Renton, WA – Full-time, 40 hours per week, day shift.

About the role

The Medical Assistant I serves as a clinical support partner in the Fairwood Clinic, acting as a liaison between patients and providers. This role requires the ability to anticipate patient needs, manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment, and work to the maximum limit of certification while adhering to scope of practice under the direction of a healthcare practitioner.

Responsibilities

• 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, including setting up for procedures and treatments.
• Assist providers with patient flow, time management, and examinations, procedures, and treatments.
• Maintain and update patient records, including medication, immunization, and health maintenance records.
• Schedule, coordinate, and monitor appointments, and complete daily patient recalls.
• Apply principles of aseptic techniques and infection control, including standard precautions, hand washing, and disposal of biohazards.
• Perform inventory of supplies and equipment, and routine maintenance of administrative and clinical equipment.
• Review and complete ancillary charges for office visits and perform "clean" billing submittals.
• Perform venous and capillary invasive procedures for blood withdrawal, and administer intradermal, subcutaneous, and intramuscular injections.
• Apply or assist with application of durable medical equipment, and administer medications and immunizations as ordered by the provider.
• Perform tympanograms, ear irrigations (with provider order), and waived laboratory tests.
• Provide approved patient education and instructions.
• Manage back-office duties, including:
  • Participating in huddles with providers to anticipate needs, orders, and procedures for the day.
  • Tracking patient arrivals and communicating assignments.
  • Reading, investigating, and forwarding messages to appropriate providers, and contacting patients when messages are answered.
  • Calling pharmacies to submit prescriptions approved in the EMR or refaxing through electronic fax.
  • Facilitating care management calls, expediting written orders from providers, and ensuring all paperwork is signed off in a timely manner.
  • Managing messaging and order workflow, organizing and allocating orders, and researching and responding to messages promptly.
• Act as a communication liaison between the physician, patient, and clinic staff, ensuring clear and professional interactions.

Requirements

• Vetted by the State through testing as a Medical Assistant Certified (MA-C).
• Current American Heart Association CPR/BLS for Healthcare Providers.
• Good to excellent computer skills, including the ability to navigate between multiple applications.
• Able to communicate effectively in oral and written English.
• Neat and professional appearance.
• Ability to maintain a calm demeanor in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions and multitasking demands.
• Demonstrated ability to function effectively in a team-based clinic structure and respect cultural diversity.
• Understanding of clinic workflow, patient flow, and the ability to anticipate provider and patient needs.
• Proficiency in using electronic medical records (EMR) and other electronic technologies for documentation and communication.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge and comprehension of the Medical Assistant scope of practice and role.
• Ability to perform within legal and ethical boundaries, including accurate documentation and compliance with state, federal, and regulatory agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to engage and master the role of a Medical Assistant in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to comprehend, execute, and act within the limits of MA scope of practice while under the direction of a healthcare practitioner.
• Strong customer service and patient care skills, with the ability to interact professionally with a wide range of patients and staff.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all age groups and adapt to their physical and emotional development.
• Experience with quality assurance practices, infection control, and standard precautions.
• For OBGYN Clinic positions: Minimum two years of recent outpatient/medical office OBGYN medical assisting experience.

Pay

Salary range: $30.49–$46.17 per hour, based on experience. $6,000 sign-on incentive available.