What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant Resident - Spokane Region position at MultiCare Health Systems?
You Belong Here.
At MultiCare, we strive to offer a true sense of belonging for all our employees. Across our health care network, you will find a dynamic range of meaningful careers, opportunities for growth, safe workplaces, and flexible schedules. We are connected by our mission - partnering and healing for a healthy future - and dedicated to the health and well-being of the communities we serve.
You Belong Here.
At MultiCare, we strive to offer a true sense of belonging for all our employees. Across our health care network, you will find a dynamic range of meaningful careers, opportunities for growth, safe workplaces, and flexible schedules. We are connected by our mission - partnering for healing and a healthy future - and dedicated to the health and well-being of the communities we serve.
MultiCare is a nicotine free campus, and employment with MultiCare is contingent on successfully passing a criminal background check and passing a drug screen.
Medical Assistant – Resident/Trainee Program – Puget Sound Region
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The Medical Assistant- Residency intended start date is: April 21, 2025
Information about the program:
- CPR/BLS card not required at time of hire. To be obtained within 4 weeks of hire date (via MultiCare)
(The enrollment in a MA program is not required at time of application, as that is part of MultiCare.)
By participating in this program, you would be hired into a full-time MA-Resident position. Upon successful completion of the program and passing the certification exam, you would be eligible to be hired into a full-time MA-Certified position.
If offered a position into the training program, you will be employed as a full time MA-Resident. Upon completion of the training program and passing of the certification exam, you will have the opportunity to apply for a transfer to a position as a Medical Assistant-Certified.
Earn a paycheck while getting paid training by MultiCare.
- This is a paid training program. You will be compensated as a full-time employee for the duration of the program.
- Program participants will have a benefit-eligible position with the appropriate waiting period.
Time Commitment:
- The program is 20 weeks long. There are no extended breaks.
- The training schedule will be Monday-Friday. During this time, some days of the week will be in classroom or skills learning environment, while others are in clinic learning side-by side with a current Medical Assistant Certified. Those days are variable depending on the stage of the program.
- Hours are between 8am and 4:30pm, with potential minor variation while working in the clinic.
- If offered a position, the candidate will sign a two-year agreement to remain employed with MultiCare in a Medical Assistant role.
The Medical Assistant- Registration and Medical Assistant Certification will be:
- Filed during the first week of the training program. Signed by a healthcare practitioner endorsing him or her to perform specific tasks authorized in RCW 18.360.050(4). Valid as long as the MA-Resident is continuously employed by the same health care practitioner, clinic or group practice.
- Medical Assistant- Registration: This will be started during the program. MultiCare will cover the cost and will be obtained via the Training Program and in collaboration with MultiCare after your start date.
- The Medical Assistant-Certification application will be filed at approximately week 11 of the program, which will be approved by the Department of Health after completion of the states required externship hours and passing the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant certification exam.
Required Supplies:
Heather Grey Scrubs: Will be wearing 5 days a week.
Footwear with socks. Footwear should full encase toes and heels, with a reasonably "rigid" material. Must be clean and in good repair.
Notebook/Notecards/pens, etc. are optional if you prefer to take notes and color code things, etc.
Stethoscope - Will be used in the training program, in clinic, and after graduation (many people like Littman). A basic stethoscope will do. It can cost around $55.00 for the basic one. You can get any brand/style you prefer.
A waterproof watch with a second hand is required. (No smartwatches - they do not work well as the screen does not remain lit up for the duration of time needed).
- Detailed information about supplies will be provided later.
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Position Summary
The Medical Assistant-Resident (MA-Resident) is a full-time MultiCare employee while also participating as a student in a Medical Assistant training program that is supported/recognized by MultiCare.The MA-Resident may perform duties under the direction of a mentor/preceptor in alignment with the topics that the MA-Resident has studied or practiced in the Medical Assistant training program.
In addition, the MA-Resident will have an attestation for Medical Assistant-Registered that is filed with the Department of Health that allows independent practice of identified tasks. The Medical Assistant- Registration will be:
- Filed after approximately 4-6 weeks of schooling is completed.
- Signed by a healthcare practitioner endorsing him or her to perform specific tasks authorized in RCW 18.360.050(4).
- Valid as long as the MA-Resident is continuously employed by the same health care practitioner, clinic or group practice.
The MA-Resident will shadow staff until the MA-Registration application is submitted.
Requirements
- Must be enrolled in a recognized Medical Assistant training program that is in partnership with MultiCare
- Preferred one (1) year experience with direct patient care in clinical or hospital setting
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- CPR Certification obtained within 2-4 weeks of hire
Our Values
As a MultiCare employee, we'll rely on you to reflect our core values of Respect, Integrity, Stewardship, Excellence, Collaboration and Kindness. Our values serve as our guiding principles and impact every aspect of our organization, including how we provide patient care and what we expect from each other.
Why MultiCare?
- Belonging: We work to create a true sense of belonging for all our employees
- Mission-driven: We are dedicated to our mission of partnering for healing and a healthy future and the patients and communities we serve
- Market leadership: Washington state's largest community-based, locally governed health system
- Employee-centric: Named Forbes “America’s Best Employers by State” for several years running
- Technology: "Most Wired" health care system 15 years in a row
- Leading research: MultiCare Institute for Research & Innovation, 40 years of ground-breaking, clinical and health services research in our communities
- Lifestyle: Live and work in the Pacific Northwest - offering breathtaking water, mountains and forest at every turn
Pay and Benefit Expectations
We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $19.13 - $27.53 USD. However, 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.
Salary : $19 - $28
