Virginia Mason: Medical Assistant – Registered Gastroenterology

Job Number: 211787 Department: Gastroenterology Hours: 40Virginia Mason is seeking aMedical Assistant – Registeredin our ambulatory clinic.

TheMedical Assistant – Registered is responsible forassisting the medical and nursing staff by performing clerical and clinical support tasks as directed.

Responsibilities include, coordinating schedules for patients and providers, and other clinical tasks that support our providers in patient care.

Additional responsibilities include patient flow, rooming and taking medical histories.Our Medical Assistant Registered contribute to the strength of our Team Medicine approach to collaborative medicine and benefit from the changes enacted through our Virginia Mason Production System, a model that has transformed health care by providing patients with easier access to care, reducing errors, and continuously innovating patient safety and quality that has been adopted by other organizations here and abroad.

Join us, and find out how many ways Virginia Mason offers customer service professionals the chance to focus on what really matters our patients.*Qualifications:** High School diploma or GED* 6 months experience in a medical office/clinic or graduation from an accredited Medical Administrative Assistant, Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant Program.* Ability to obtain Medical Assistant Registered (MA-R) through the State of Washington, sponsored by Virginia Mason.* Knowledge of medical terminology* Professional demeanor with a positive, upbeat attitude, strong communication skills* Excellent organizational and interpersonal communications.* Detail oriented with ability to multi-task.

Capable to work independently with minimal supervision.* Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from administrative and clinical staff, leaders, patients and physiciansPreferred:* Associates degree or equivalentJust as Virginia Mason is dedicated to improving the lives of our patients and our community, we are equally dedicated to your professional and personal success.

With a wide range of perks that includes comprehensive compensation and benefits, continuing education and support, and the opportunity to live in one of the most livable cities in the country, you will find that this customer services opportunity with Virginia Mason is one worth taking.We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.