Medical Assistant-Primary Care
About the Role
The Certified Medical Assistant (MA-C) is an integral part of the Physician/Advanced Practice Provider (APP) office team, working under the direction and supervision of a licensed healthcare practitioner. This role requires performance of safe clinical skills within the scope of practice of the MA-C and involves continuous contact with physicians, APPs, nurses, front office staff, patients, and their families/caregivers.
Responsibilities
- Organizing patient flow in collaboration with the front office staff
- Interviewing patients
- Obtaining vital signs
- Assisting patients in preparing for exams or treatments
- Performing specimen collection, including venipuncture
- Administration of medications in compliance with Washington State Department of Health regulations and documented competency
- Relaying instructions/information to patients and their families/caregivers
- Sending and receiving of patient medical records
- Facilitating patient referrals
- Preparing forms for patients
Requirements
- Washington State Medical Assistant-Certified (MA-C)
- Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a healthcare setting preferred
- Current BLS certification
About Capital Medical Center
MultiCare Capital Medical Center is a 107-bed community hospital providing award-winning care to Olympia and surrounding communities. Recognized for excellence in patient safety, the hospital offers more than 20 specialties including emergency services, surgical care, and a dedicated birth center — all delivered with compassion and integrity.
About The Olympia Community
As Washington’s capital, Olympia combines historic charm with natural beauty along southern Puget Sound. A stable workforce and well-supported schools complement a thriving downtown with eclectic shopping, dining, and cultural experiences. Residents enjoy over 40 parks and trails, saltwater beaches, and forested landscapes — perfect for outdoor enthusiasts.
Why MultiCare?
- Rooted in the local community: Partnering with patients, families, and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years.
- Growth and education: Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships, and career development to invest in you.
- Well-being and support: Generous PTO, Code Lavender, and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared for in your work and life.
- Living our values: Respect, integrity, kindness, and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities, and each other.
- Belonging for all: Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard, and valued.
- Pacific Northwest lifestyle: Work and live where natural beauty, adventure, and strong community connections are part of everyday life.
Pay
The pay scale for this position is $24.83 - $35.71 USD. Pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.
Associated benefit information can be viewed here.
URGENTLY HIRING!!! $5,000 sign-on bonus for external applicants with 1 year of experience and a 2-year commitment.
FTE: 1 | Shift: Day | Schedule: Clinic hours