Medical Assistant Jobs in Washington
Medical assistant jobs in Washington are in strong demand, with active hiring concentrated across primary care clinics, multi-specialty practices, and integrated health systems at every level from entry-level certified medical assistant through lead and senior clinical roles. Seattle, Spokane, and Tacoma are the largest hiring markets in the state, anchored by employers like Providence Health and Services, MultiCare Health System, and Virginia Mason Franciscan Health. The most consistent openings are in family medicine, pediatrics, and behavioral health, reflecting Washington's emphasis on outpatient and community-based care. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Medical Assistant Certified I - East Wenatchee Pediatrics
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Confluence Health
Medical Assistant Certified I - East Wenatchee Pediatrics
East Wenatchee, Washington
New 9h ago
Medical AssisMedical Assistant, Primary Care, Family Health Center, Capitol Hill (40 hrs)tant
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Kaiser Permanente
Medical AssisMedical Assistant, Primary Care, Family Health Center, Capitol Hill (40 hrs)tant
Seattle, Washington
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Clinical Concierge Medical Assistant (MA-C) - Urgent Care
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MultiCare Health System
Clinical Concierge Medical Assistant (MA-C) - Urgent Care
University Place, Washington
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Medical Assistant - Urology
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MultiCare Health System
Medical Assistant - Urology
Tacoma, Washington
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Medical Assistant / LPN
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WhidbeyHealth Medical Center
Medical Assistant / LPN
Coupeville, Washington
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Medical Assistant Certified I - East Wenatchee Pediatrics
Confluence Health·East Wenatchee, Washington
Job functions:
$22.54 - $35.98/hr
CPR Certification
1,001-5,000 employees
Job Description
Salary Range: $22.54 - $35.98 Overview:
Full Time Employees of Confluence Health receive a wide range of benefits in addition to compensation.
The Medical Assistant Certified will assist the provider and health care team in providing excellent customer service and quality patient care by performing a variety of clerical and patient-related tasks. Duties may include but are not limited to: injections, measuring patient vital signs (weight, height, blood pressure, pulse, respirations, and temperature), managing rooming and patient flow, pre-visit preparation, assist with the patient visit, post-visit duties, informing the provider of schedule changes that impact patient flow. May assist with front office activities, scheduling tasks and reporting test results as directed by the provider.
Position Reports To: Practice Manager
Essential Functions:
Physical/Sensory Demands For This Position:
Working Conditions:
Job Classification:
Physical Exposures For This Position:
Located in the heart of Washington, we enjoy open skies, snow-capped mountains, and the lakes and rivers of the high desert. We are the proud home of orchards, farms, and small communities. Confluence Health actively supports the communities we serve and their quality of life through our community support program and through our individual efforts as involved community members.
Full Time Employees of Confluence Health receive a wide range of benefits in addition to compensation.
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Saving Accounts
- Paid Time Off
- Generous Retirement Plans
- Life Insurance
- Long-Term Disability
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Adoption Assistance
- Shift Differential
For more information on our Benefits & Perks, click here!
Summary:
$3,000 Sign On Bonus for Certified Medical Assistants!
No experience necessary.
Must have active MA-C license and be an external applicant.
*Requires 1 year commitment to Confluence Health*
The Medical Assistant Certified will assist the provider and health care team in providing excellent customer service and quality patient care by performing a variety of clerical and patient-related tasks. Duties may include but are not limited to: injections, measuring patient vital signs (weight, height, blood pressure, pulse, respirations, and temperature), managing rooming and patient flow, pre-visit preparation, assist with the patient visit, post-visit duties, informing the provider of schedule changes that impact patient flow. May assist with front office activities, scheduling tasks and reporting test results as directed by the provider.
Position Reports To: Practice Manager
- Greets patients in a prompt and friendly manner and prepares patient for exam; in conjunction with clinical team to maintain timely flow of patients.
- Obtains and records appropriate vital signs, per department protocols or guidelines in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Obtains patient medical history and reason for visit; documents accurately, in order to maintain a complete and legally correct medical record.
- Administers injections and medication as directed by the provider.
- Assists in procedures and minor emergencies, as directed by the provider or RN with in the Medical Assistant Certified scope of practice.
- Schedules lab, x-ray, and other tests as directed by the provider. Instructs the patient in routine collection of samples; testing procedures and general requirements by specific depts. Provides follow-up lab results and callbacks to patients as delegated.
- Communicates with patients, relays important information to the provider, and provides follow-up to the patient. Tasks may include contacting the pharmacy with medication orders and medication refills.
- Responsible for maintaining clean exam rooms, cleaning instruments and stocking items for use in the exam and procedure rooms daily.
- Available to “float” as this role involves cross-coverage for clinics to ensure adequate staffing and continuity of care across Ambulatory Care Network.
- Required to maintain active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Demonstrate Standards of Behavior and adhere to the Code of Conduct in all aspects of job performance at all times.
Qualifications:
Required:
- High school graduate or GED.
- Accredited Medical Assisting program graduate, or enrolled in externship program, OR Medical Assistant Apprentice with completion of the curriculum, passed the CCMA exam, and is awaiting InReach committee consideration to receive Medical Assistant -Certified (CM) Licensure.
- Active Medical Assistant Interim (IC) or Medical Assistant - Certified (CM) license through the Washington State Department of Health or Internal Apprentice awaiting licensure.
- Basic Life Support (CPR) certification (within 90 days of hire).
Desired:
- Previous experience as a Medical Assistant in an ambulatory care setting.
- Basic computer skills.
- Experience with EPIC electronic health records.
O = Occasional, represents 1 to 25% or up to 30 minutes in a 2 hour workday.
F = Frequent, represents 26 to 50% or up to 1 hour of a 2 hour workday.
C = Continuous, represents 51% to 100% or up to 2 hours of a 2 hour workday.
Physical/Sensory Demands For This Position:
- Walking - F
- Sitting/Standing - C
- Reaching: Shoulder Height - O
- Reaching: Above shoulder height - O
- Reaching: Below shoulder height - C
- Climbing - Not specified
- Pulling/Pushing: 25 pounds or less - F
- Pulling/Pushing: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - F
- Pulling/Pushing: Over 50 pounds - F
- Lifting: 25 pounds or less - F
- Lifting: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - O
- Lifting: Over 50 pounds - O
- Carrying: 25 pounds or less - F
- Carrying: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - O
- Carrying: Over 50 pounds - O
- Kneeling - O
- Bending/Stooping/Crouching - F
- Twisting/Turning - F
- Repetitive Movement - C
Working Conditions:
Work is performed at a work station and in patient exam rooms, where space may be limited and confined. Requires a combination of working closely with others. Hours may be irregular at times; overtime may be required. Requires working under stressful conditions. General supervision is provided by the Practice Manager with additional instructions, guidance, and directions provided by the providers with whom the Medical Assistant Certified is working.
Job Classification:
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Hourly/Salary: Hourly
Physical Exposures For This Position:
- Unprotected Heights - No
- Heat - No
- Cold - No
- Mechanical Hazards - No
- Hazardous Substances - Yes
- Blood Borne Pathogens Exposure Potential - Yes
- Lighting - Not specified
- Noise - No
- Ionizing/Non-Ionizing Radiation - Yes
- Infectious Diseases - Yes
Confluence Health
Medical Assistant Certified I - East Wenatchee Pediatrics
East Wenatchee, Washington
New 9h ago1,001-5,000 employees
Job functions:
$22.54 - $35.98/hr
CPR Certification
Job Description
Salary Range: $22.54 - $35.98 Overview:
Full Time Employees of Confluence Health receive a wide range of benefits in addition to compensation.
The Medical Assistant Certified will assist the provider and health care team in providing excellent customer service and quality patient care by performing a variety of clerical and patient-related tasks. Duties may include but are not limited to: injections, measuring patient vital signs (weight, height, blood pressure, pulse, respirations, and temperature), managing rooming and patient flow, pre-visit preparation, assist with the patient visit, post-visit duties, informing the provider of schedule changes that impact patient flow. May assist with front office activities, scheduling tasks and reporting test results as directed by the provider.
Position Reports To: Practice Manager
Essential Functions:
Physical/Sensory Demands For This Position:
Working Conditions:
Job Classification:
Physical Exposures For This Position:
Located in the heart of Washington, we enjoy open skies, snow-capped mountains, and the lakes and rivers of the high desert. We are the proud home of orchards, farms, and small communities. Confluence Health actively supports the communities we serve and their quality of life through our community support program and through our individual efforts as involved community members.
Full Time Employees of Confluence Health receive a wide range of benefits in addition to compensation.
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Saving Accounts
- Paid Time Off
- Generous Retirement Plans
- Life Insurance
- Long-Term Disability
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Adoption Assistance
- Shift Differential
For more information on our Benefits & Perks, click here!
Summary:
$3,000 Sign On Bonus for Certified Medical Assistants!
No experience necessary.
Must have active MA-C license and be an external applicant.
*Requires 1 year commitment to Confluence Health*
The Medical Assistant Certified will assist the provider and health care team in providing excellent customer service and quality patient care by performing a variety of clerical and patient-related tasks. Duties may include but are not limited to: injections, measuring patient vital signs (weight, height, blood pressure, pulse, respirations, and temperature), managing rooming and patient flow, pre-visit preparation, assist with the patient visit, post-visit duties, informing the provider of schedule changes that impact patient flow. May assist with front office activities, scheduling tasks and reporting test results as directed by the provider.
Position Reports To: Practice Manager
- Greets patients in a prompt and friendly manner and prepares patient for exam; in conjunction with clinical team to maintain timely flow of patients.
- Obtains and records appropriate vital signs, per department protocols or guidelines in the electronic medical record (EMR).
- Obtains patient medical history and reason for visit; documents accurately, in order to maintain a complete and legally correct medical record.
- Administers injections and medication as directed by the provider.
- Assists in procedures and minor emergencies, as directed by the provider or RN with in the Medical Assistant Certified scope of practice.
- Schedules lab, x-ray, and other tests as directed by the provider. Instructs the patient in routine collection of samples; testing procedures and general requirements by specific depts. Provides follow-up lab results and callbacks to patients as delegated.
- Communicates with patients, relays important information to the provider, and provides follow-up to the patient. Tasks may include contacting the pharmacy with medication orders and medication refills.
- Responsible for maintaining clean exam rooms, cleaning instruments and stocking items for use in the exam and procedure rooms daily.
- Available to “float” as this role involves cross-coverage for clinics to ensure adequate staffing and continuity of care across Ambulatory Care Network.
- Required to maintain active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Demonstrate Standards of Behavior and adhere to the Code of Conduct in all aspects of job performance at all times.
Qualifications:
Required:
- High school graduate or GED.
- Accredited Medical Assisting program graduate, or enrolled in externship program, OR Medical Assistant Apprentice with completion of the curriculum, passed the CCMA exam, and is awaiting InReach committee consideration to receive Medical Assistant -Certified (CM) Licensure.
- Active Medical Assistant Interim (IC) or Medical Assistant - Certified (CM) license through the Washington State Department of Health or Internal Apprentice awaiting licensure.
- Basic Life Support (CPR) certification (within 90 days of hire).
Desired:
- Previous experience as a Medical Assistant in an ambulatory care setting.
- Basic computer skills.
- Experience with EPIC electronic health records.
O = Occasional, represents 1 to 25% or up to 30 minutes in a 2 hour workday.
F = Frequent, represents 26 to 50% or up to 1 hour of a 2 hour workday.
C = Continuous, represents 51% to 100% or up to 2 hours of a 2 hour workday.
Physical/Sensory Demands For This Position:
- Walking - F
- Sitting/Standing - C
- Reaching: Shoulder Height - O
- Reaching: Above shoulder height - O
- Reaching: Below shoulder height - C
- Climbing - Not specified
- Pulling/Pushing: 25 pounds or less - F
- Pulling/Pushing: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - F
- Pulling/Pushing: Over 50 pounds - F
- Lifting: 25 pounds or less - F
- Lifting: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - O
- Lifting: Over 50 pounds - O
- Carrying: 25 pounds or less - F
- Carrying: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - O
- Carrying: Over 50 pounds - O
- Kneeling - O
- Bending/Stooping/Crouching - F
- Twisting/Turning - F
- Repetitive Movement - C
Working Conditions:
Work is performed at a work station and in patient exam rooms, where space may be limited and confined. Requires a combination of working closely with others. Hours may be irregular at times; overtime may be required. Requires working under stressful conditions. General supervision is provided by the Practice Manager with additional instructions, guidance, and directions provided by the providers with whom the Medical Assistant Certified is working.
Job Classification:
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Hourly/Salary: Hourly
Physical Exposures For This Position:
- Unprotected Heights - No
- Heat - No
- Cold - No
- Mechanical Hazards - No
- Hazardous Substances - Yes
- Blood Borne Pathogens Exposure Potential - Yes
- Lighting - Not specified
- Noise - No
- Ionizing/Non-Ionizing Radiation - Yes
- Infectious Diseases - Yes
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1 jobMedical Assistant Job Market in Washington
A snapshot from current Washington openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in medical assistant jobs across Washington.
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) credential required or preferred
- Completion of an accredited medical assistant program or equivalent clinical training
- Phlebotomy and EKG skills with demonstrated hands-on clinical competency
- Experience with electronic health records systems, particularly Epic or Cerner
- Strong patient communication skills in a high-volume outpatient clinical setting
- CPR and Basic Life Support certification current and maintained
Medical Assistant Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a medical assistant in Washington?
Washington does not require a state license to work as a medical assistant, but most employers require national certification from an accredited body such as the American Association of Medical Assistants or the American Medical Technologists. Candidates typically complete an accredited certificate or associate degree program first. Many Washington community colleges, including those in the Seattle, Spokane, and Tacoma areas, offer medical assistant programs that prepare graduates for the national certification exam.
How much do medical assistants make in Washington?
Medical assistants in Washington earn a median of about $59,290 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $46,540 for the lowest 10% to over $74,200 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire medical assistants in Washington?
Employers hiring medical assistants in Washington right now include Providence Swedish, MultiCare Health System, and EvergreenHealth, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Washington's large integrated health systems and multispecialty clinic networks are among the most consistent sources of medical assistant openings in the state.
Which Washington cities have the most medical assistant jobs?
Seattle, Vancouver, and Puyallup have the most medical assistant openings in Washington. Seattle leads due to its concentration of major health systems, specialty clinics, and research institutions, while Spokane and Tacoma generate steady volume through large regional medical centers and growing outpatient networks serving Eastern Washington and the South Sound corridor.
Are there remote medical assistant jobs in Washington?
Yes, but they're rare. Medical assisting is a hands-on clinical role that typically requires in-person patient contact, so most positions are on-site. About 0% of medical assistant openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions tend to involve administrative or care coordination tasks rather than direct clinical work.
How can I get hired as a medical assistant in Washington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing an accredited medical assistant program and applying to new-grad or trainee positions at Washington's large health systems, where employers like Providence Health and Services and MultiCare Health System regularly hire recent graduates into supervised clinical roles. Lateral moves from medical receptionist, patient care technician, or health unit coordinator positions are also common. Earning a Certified Medical Assistant credential before applying strengthens your candidacy significantly, even without prior clinical work history.
Where can I find and apply to medical assistant jobs in Washington?
You can find and apply to medical assistant jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Find roles that fit your experience and credentials below and apply directly.
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