Medical Assistant - Primary Care
Location: Sammamish, WA
Start Date: 03-23-2026
End Date: 06-22-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM (Day)
Hours per Week: 40
Candidate Pay Rate: $77 per hour
About United Health Care Staffing
At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Room patients efficiently and warmly so each visit starts on the right note
- Obtain and document vital signs accurately, including pulse oximetry, height/weight, and temperature
- Perform phlebotomy and basic laboratory tests (glucometer, pregnancy, strep, urine dip) with care
- Prepare patients for exams by recording histories, current meds, and allergies
- Administer injections and immunizations (IM) safely and per protocol
- Obtain 12-lead EKGs and assist with routine clinical procedures as needed
- Chart visit details and orders in EPIC, ensuring accuracy and continuity of care
- Handle routine office duties like pharmacy refill requests and patient communication
Qualifications
- MA-C certification required (MA-R candidates will not be considered)
- Valid Washington state license in-hand at time of submission (no pending licenses)
- BLS certification required
- At least 6 months of MA-C experience (0.5 years) required; adult outpatient experience preferred
- Experience with EPIC charting is required
- Phlebotomy, 12-lead EKG, and immunization experience are strongly desired (CMA preferred)
- Reliable personal transportation required (public transportation not acceptable)
- Willingness to be flexible on assignment details and open to temp-to-perm conversion
Knowledge & Skills
- Solid knowledge of primary care clinic workflows and patient rooming
- Skilled in vital signs measurement, EKG acquisition, and basic point-of-care testing
- Proficient with EPIC charting and electronic documentation best practices
- Comfortable administering immunizations and intramuscular injections
- Able to set up aseptic/sterile trays and assist with minor procedures
- Strong communication skills for patient education and team collaboration
- Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple patient visits smoothly
Benefits
- Temp-to-perm opportunity — shine in the role and you might stay on permanently
- Supportive team environment where your contributions matter every day
- Licensure and certification support — maintain and grow your credentials
- Reliable schedule with no nights or weekends so you can plan your life
- Paid time off and professional development opportunities to keep you sharp
- Travel reimbursement and housing assistance for eligible travelers
- Comprehensive onboarding and Epic charting training so you hit the ground running
- A workplace culture that values work-life balance and genuine teamwork
Travel Perks: Explore Sammamish, WA
Explore Lake Sammamish State Park for paddleboarding and lakeside strolls, hike nearby trails like Little Si or Rattlesnake Ledge for sweeping views, and enjoy Marymoor Park’s concerts and climbing facilities. You’re minutes from Redmond and Bellevue with great dining and coffee on the Eastside, and Seattle is an easy trip for museums, Pike Place Market, and waterfront walks. Weekend adventures include short drives to Snoqualmie Falls, Mount Rainier for scenic day trips, and local wineries and farmers markets for relaxed downtime.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Medical Assistant - Primary Care? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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