Medical Assistant (MA-C), LPN or RN
Bellingham, Washington
Posted Aug 28
- Shift
- Days
- Unit
- Urgent Care
What the listing says
Role
- Schedule
- Days
- Weekends
- Every other weekend
- Term
- Permanent
- On the floor
- Floating required
- Setting
- Urgent Care
- Accepts
- LPN
Ratio not posted. Ask in the interview.
Pay
- Against the board
- Sign-on bonus
- $3,000
The median for nursing in Washington is $44/hr, across 572 postings. It covers every nursing role in the state, so it is a bearing, not a like-for-like comparison.
About this role
Earn a Sign-On Bonus (up to $3,000) when joining our team as a Medical Assistant (MA-C), LPN or RN!
Join a team that cares. Family Care Network is an independent, locally owned family medicine network caring for over 100,000 patients at 12 locations in Whatcom and Skagit County.
We offer an innovative, rewarding work environment that is built on patient-centered care, excellent customer service, and collaboration. We pride ourselves on the strong, long-term relationships we develop with each other and our patients, and the lasting connections we make in the community.
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We are seeking qualified candidates who can
Establish lasting and effective employee relationships in a team environment
Communicate effectively
Adapt to process and procedure changes
Thrive and grow in a learning environment
Previous medical office and/or phone triage experience is a plus.
Family Care Network is a part of the communities we serve, with a strong patient focus and fulfilling mission. Find your home in family medicine at Family Care Network!
Location: Urgent Care Centers - Bellingham, Lynden and Mount Vernon City: Bellingham, Lynden and Mount Vernon, WA
Position: Full-time, non-exempt (hourly): Monday-Friday with alternating weekends (Saturday & Sunday). Weekday shifts are 8:30am-6:30pm or 11:30am-9:30pm.; candidates must be available to work either shift. Weekend hours are 8:30am-5:00pm. The ideal candidate must be flexible and willing to travel between all three urgent care locations to support patient care needs.
Compensation
The full wage scale for a Medical Assistant (MA-C) is $23.48 - $34.83 per hour.
The full wage scale for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is $26.06 - $38.66 per hour.
The full wage scale for a Registered Nurse (RN) is $30.36 - $45.04 per hour.
Placement within the wage range is determined by the candidate’s relevant experience.
Bonus: Candidates are eligible to receive a sign-on bonus of $3,000 when accepting a full-time position (0.75 - 1.0 FTE) or $1,500 when accepting a part-time position (0.5 - 0.74 FTE) ( Subject to payback clause ).
Benefits
At FCN, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and that of your family, with flexibility and quality care.
Health
Benefits
Three Medical plan options
Two Dental plans, including orthodontia for children and adults
Employer-paid Vision coverage for employee and family
Expanded Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and mental health programs, including wellness and discounted gym memberships
Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Healthcare and Dependent Care
Health Savings Account (HSA) with an employer contribution of $1,500 (pro-rated based on enrollment eligibility)
Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), up to $1,500 ($3,000 for family coverage)
Employer-paid Life/AD&D insurance with optional supplemental additional coverage including a guaranteed issue amount with no health questionnaire
Voluntary Accident and Hospital insurance plans with annual wellness benefits
- Eligibility for these benefits depends on your full-time or part-time status.
Time Off & Wellness
Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Sick Leave (PSL), and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) to support your vacation, health, and personal needs
PTO, PSL, and EIB accrue starting on your first day, and you can use paid time off after the applicable days of employment
Full-time employees generally begin earning 18 days of PTO, increasing 33 days over time per our PTO policy. You can rollover unlimited PTO hours into the next year.
PSL accrues at 1 hour per 40 hours worked
EIB accrues up to 32 hours per year (pro-rated based on hours worked) for both part-time and full-time employees, with a maximum of 480 hours
Retirement
401(k) plan with employer match, both Traditional and Roth options available
401(k) Profit Sharing Plan
Free financial planning guidance to support your retirement goals
- Eligibility for these programs is based on your years of service and required hours.
Additional
Benefits
Eligibility for FCN applicable bonuses
Annual uniform allowance for clinical staff
Reimbursement of renewal fees for required licensure for clinical staff
Requisition: 42306
Required
Education
Completion of accredited Medical Assistant (MA-C), LPN or RN program.
Required Licensure and
Certification
Active or interim Certified Medical Assistant (MA-C), LPN or RN licensure through the Washington State Department of Health.
Acquire and maintain BLS certification as per FCN BLS policy.
Physical
Requirements
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, sit, use hand to finger coordination, handle or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and listen attentively. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
Immunization
Requirements
Employees are required to meet immunization standards in accordance with federal, state, and organizational health and safety guidelines, as applicable to the role. A simple process is in place for employees to request exemptions for medical or religious reasons.
Family Care Network is a Drug-Free, Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Requirements
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, sit, use hand to finger coordination, handle or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and listen attentively. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
- Immunization
- Employees are required to meet immunization standards in accordance with federal, state, and organizational health and safety guidelines, as applicable to the role. A simple process is in place for employees to request exemptions for medical or religious reasons.
- Family Care Network is a Drug-Free, Equal Opportunity Employer.
Benefits highlights
- Unlimited paid time off
- Financial planning services
- Health savings account
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Uniform allowance
- AD&D insurance
- Flexible spending account
Place
- City
- Bellingham, Washington
- Median rent
- $1,577/mo
- Local household income
- $66,755/yr
- Metro price level
- 3% above the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities · Census ACS 2024
all local households, not nurse pay · Census ACS 2024
Bellingham area index 103.3, where 100 is the national average.
Bellingham sits between the Salish Sea and Mount Baker, offering outdoorsy RNs easy access to skiing, kayaking, and hiking. The historic Fairhaven district has local shops and waterfront strolls, while Western Washington University keeps the college-town energy lively. It's a midsized Pacific Northwest city that feels small, scenic, and close to both Seattle and Vancouver, BC.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 metro Regional Price Parities.
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