Medical Assistant- Certified

Amergis

Gig Harbor, WA

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SALARY

SKILLS

Administrative Skills, CPR Certification, Certified Medical Assistant, Clinical Assessment, Clinical Competency, Clinical Support, Communication Skills, Correctional Health, Customer Support/Service, Documentation, Electrocardiogram, Electronic Medical Records, Environmental Health, Government, Healthcare, Healthcare Providers, High School Diploma, Hospital, Infection Control, Injections, Insurance, Medical Assistance, Medical Terminology, Medical Treatment, Medication Administration, Nursing, Organizational Skills, Patient Care, Phlebotomy, Radiography, Specimen Collection, Telephone Skills, Urgent Care, Wound Care

LOCATION

Gig Harbor, WA

POSTED

30+ days ago

**Correctional Medical Assistant - Contract** **Location:** Gig Harbor, WA **Contract Length:** 13 weeks with potential for extension **Anticipated Start Date:** June 15 **Schedule:** Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM **Holidays/Weekends:** No weekends, no holidays **Pay** + **Local Rate:** $30/hour **Benefits** + Weekly pay + Medical, dental, and vision insurance + 401(k) options **Position Overview** Seeking a **Washington State Certified Medical Assistant** to provide clinical support services within a correctional healthcare setting in Gig Harbor, WA. This role requires strong clinical skills, professionalism, and comfort working in a structured and secure environment. **Responsibilities** + Obtain and record vital signs, medical histories, and chief complaints + Assist providers with examinations, treatments, and minor procedures + Perform EKGs, phlebotomy, injections, wound care, and specimen collection as assigned + Administer medications and treatments per facility protocol and scope + Document all care accurately in the electronic medical record + Adhere to infection control, safety, and correctional facility policies + Collaborate with nursing staff, providers, and custody personnel to support patient care **Requirements** + Active **Washington State Certified Medical Assistant (MA-C)** + Minimum **1 year of recent clinical medical assistant experience** + **Urgent care experience preferred** + Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills + Ability to function independently in a fast-paced, regulated environment Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Medical Assistant responsible for performing duties under the direction of a physician to assist in the examination and treatment of patients. Minimum Requirements: + High School diploma or its equivalent + Good telephone communication skills + Knowledge of medical terminology + Knowledge of medical procedures + Knowledge of clerical functions + Current CPR card (if applicable) + Current PPD or Chest X-Ray (if applicable) + Current Health Certificate (if applicable) + Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program; certification preferred + Minimum of one year relevant experience preferred. + Relevant certification/ license if applicable. + Must be at least 18 years of age **Benefits** At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: + Competitive pay & weekly paychecks + Health, dental, vision, and life insurance + 401(k) savings plan + Awards and recognition programs *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. **About Amergis** Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. **Job Category:** Allied **Job Function:** Allied | Medical Assistant | Medical Assistant **Job Type:** Travel **Setting:** Healthcare Facilities **Position Type:** Healthcare **Office Number:** 0294 **Contract Duration:** 13 **Pay Rate:** $1268 / Week **Date Posted:** 2026-05-28T22:10:06

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