Hospital | MA

Medical Assistant (Hospital) – Day Shift, Travel Assignment | Seattle, WA

Medical Assistant Travel Assignment in Seattle, WA — 13-week hospital role in a Head and Neck Surgery unit. MA Certification and current BLS required. Ideal for experienced Medical Assistants seeking travel healthcare jobs and hospital clinical support opportunities in Seattle, WA 98122.

Job Details

• Location: Seattle, WA 98122 (Seattle medical assistant jobs / Washington travel healthcare)
• Assignment Type: Travel Contract (Travel Medical Assistant)
• Setting: Hospital – SCI Head and Neck Surgery Unit (Hospital Medical Assistant)
• Start Date: May 4, 2026
• End Date: August 3, 2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: Day Shift, 5x8-Hour (08:30 - 17:00)
• Hours per Week: 40
• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,080 – $1,160
• Patient Age Groups: Adolescents, Adults, Geriatrics
• Number of Visits Per Day: ~30
• Scrubs: Any
• Weekend Coverage: Not Applicable

Job Requirements (Qualifications)

• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Medical Assistant in clinical or hospital settings (2 years preferred)
• Medical Assistant Certification required (CMA, RMA or equivalent preferred)
• Current BLS certification required (ACLS, PALS, NRP, RRT preferred)
• Experience in Adult Critical Care, Emergency Department (ED), PICU, or Pediatrics strongly preferred
• Insurance/authorization knowledge and experience scheduling imaging and obtaining authorizations
• Proficient with charting/EMR systems (MyChart experience a plus; Epic, Cerner or equivalent acceptable)
• Ability to float to other campuses as needed; flexible and team-oriented
• First-time travel Medical Assistants welcomed
• Must be separated from any Providence-affiliated facility for at least 3 months if previously employed

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide clinical support and patient intake: room patients, obtain vital signs, record medical histories, and prepare patients for exams
• Perform venipuncture, finger sticks (blood glucose), urine collection, and label/handle specimens correctly
• Administer immunizations, TB tests, and nebulizer treatments per protocol
• Assist with suture removal, basic airway management procedures, and support ventilator-related tasks as directed (assistive role)
• Coordinate scheduling for imaging, order authorizations, and facilitate pharmacy communications for refills
• Manage MyChart messages, patient/family telephone triage, and follow-up calls to ensure continuity of care
• Support interdisciplinary teams (nursing, surgeons, respiratory therapy, pharmacy) to maintain high-quality patient care
• Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic health record and adhere to hospital policies and infection control standards

Experience Seattle while advancing your career in a supportive, innovative hospital environment. This travel Medical Assistant position offers hands-on clinical experience in a surgical specialty unit. Apply now to join our healthcare team and take the next step in your clinical support career in Seattle, WA.

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Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.