Certified Medical Assistant Oncology
- $7,500 sign-on bonus
- BLS
How this pay compares
This posting states $22.34–$32.14 an hour. Open medical assistant jobs in Washington post a median of $30.27 an hour, the middle half $27.24–$33.98, across 321 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Medical assistants employed in Washington earn a median of $28.50 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
Medical assistants in Washington: pay by town and employer
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Union record
By the bargaining notices filed with the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service, a union bargains for workers at MultiCare Health System here: International Union of Operating Engineers Local 280 at Spokane, WA (38 workers, contract up for renewal 31 Dec 2025). The union represents its own unit: ask the recruiter whether this position is in it. Healthcare union contracts.
Workplace injuries
MultiCare Deaconess Hospital in Spokane reported 85 work injuries and illnesses to OSHA for 2025 over 2,660,844 hours worked: 6.4 per 100 full-time workers, against 5.1 per 100 full-time workers at general hospitalsnationwide. 7 of them describe violence by a patient, resident or client in the case's own words. This is the employer's own report. Workplace injuries by employer.
Medicare rating of Deaconess Medical Center
Medicare gives Deaconess Medical Center 3 of 5 stars (Jul 2026; Washington's hospitals average 3.2). 73% of its patients said their nurses always communicated well (the middle US hospital: 79%). Patients' ratings of their care, not employees' of the job. Its other hospitals · Washington hospitals by rating.
What Washington requires of a medical assistant
Medical Assistant-Certified (MA-C); also Medical Assistant-Registered (MA-R), MA-Phlebotomist, MA-Hemodialysis Technician and MA-EMT, from the Washington State Department of Health.
- MA-C needs an accredited medical assistant program (for example ABHES or CAAHEP, or 720 clock hours including a 160-hour externship) or a registered apprenticeship, and a passed recognized exam (AAMA CMA, AMT RMA, NHA CCMA and others on the Department's list) within five years before applying.
Medical assistant jobs in our research
- How long these jobs stay listed: Median days to removal 24.0 days · Still listed at 7 days 81.4%
- Applicant demand per open job on this site (1.00x is the average job): Index 0.88x · Clicks 28
- How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 48.1% · Stating an hourly rate 45.9%
From every open job we read and every apply click on this site, as of 9 Nov 2026. Every figure for Medical assistant jobs
About the job
About MultiCare Cancer Institute
MultiCare Cancer Institute is a physician-led, multi-specialty group within MultiCare Health System, delivering integrated hematology, oncology, radiation, surgical and supportive care across Washington state. Each year, we diagnose and treat more than 6,000 new cancer cases across Olympia, Spokane, Tacoma and Yakima.
We bring together advanced pathology, imaging and evidence-based treatment with holistic supportive services to provide personalized, high-quality cancer care. As we continue to grow, we are building the Pacific Northwest’s most comprehensive and high-value oncology network - projected to double in volume over the next five years.
FTE: 1.0, Shift: Day, Schedule: M-F
This position includes a $7500 Sign-On Bonus for eligible Medical Assistants!
Position Summary
The Certified Medical Assistant (MA-C) is an integral part of the Physician/Advanced Practice Provider (APP) office team working under the direction and supervision of a licensed healthcare practitioner. Work situations require performance of safe clinical skills within the scope of practice of the MA-C. The MA-C has continuous contact with physicians, APPs, nurses, front office staff, patients and their families/caregivers.
Responsibilities
Fulfills patient care responsibilities as assigned which may include:
- Organizing patient flow in collaboration with the front office staff
- Interviewing patients
- Obtaining vital signs
- Assisting patients in preparing for exams or treatments
- Performing specimen collection, including venipuncture
- Administration of medications in compliance with Washington State Department of Health regulations and documented competency
- Relaying instructions/information to patients and their families/caregivers
Fulfills clerical responsibilities as assigned which may include:
- Sending and receiving of patient medical records
- Facilitating patient referrals
- Preparing forms for patients
Requirements
- Washington State Medical Assistant-Certified (MA-C)
- Minimum of one (1) year of experience in a healthcare setting preferred
- Current BLS cerification
Why MultiCare Cancer Institute?
- Patient-centered care – Our oncology specialists, nurse navigators and support teams guide each patient with compassion, clarity and seamless coordination through every stage of their cancer journey
- Mission-driven impact – We’re dedicated to delivering high-value, personalized cancer care that truly makes a difference for the individuals and communities we serve
- Excellence at every level – We uphold rigorous standards for quality, safety and clinical expertise to ensure the best outcomes for our patients
- Values you can feel – Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration shape how we care for patients - and how we support one another as caregivers
- Pacific Northwest lifestyle – Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life
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 $22.34 - $32.14 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 .
From MultiCare Health System's job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About MultiCare Health System
MultiCare Health System is a not-for-profit health system with 13 (source: MultiCare Health System, About Us) hospitals, more than 300 (source: MultiCare Health System, About Us) care locations and more than 20,000 (source: MultiCare Health System, About Us) team members across Washington, Idaho and Oregon. Source: MultiCare Health System, About Us
Based in Tacoma, WAHires in Washington, IdahoPay on its listings: 80.1% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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