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3,000+

Annual Job Openings

$46400

Median Salary

9%

Annual Growth Rate

$0

Cost to Train

6-8

Weeks to Complete

Why Get Trained Before Applying for Washington Jobs?

6-8 weeks

Faster hiring: Trained candidates are interview-ready.

+$2-4k

Higher salary: Certification adds $2,000-$4,000 to starting salary.

3x better

Job offers: Certified candidates receive 3x more job offers.

Train first (free), then apply to Washington openings—and get hired faster.

MAA Job Market in Washington

Why Washington is Hiring

Washington combines no state income tax with strong healthcare wages, creating excellent earning potential. Seattle dominates with major systems including UW Medicine, Swedish, and Virginia Mason. Spokane offers Eastern Washington opportunities. The state's high minimum wage lifts entry-level healthcare salaries. Tech industry presence raises all wages. MultiCare and Providence extend across the state.

Top Job Markets

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MAA Salary in Washington

Salary by Experience Level

Entry-Level (Year 0-1)

$40000

Mid-Level (Year 1-3)

$46400

Senior (Year 3+)

$54000

What Affects Your Salary

No state income tax adds 7-9% effective value. Seattle pays highest ($44k-$58k) but cost of living is very high. Spokane offers good wages with much lower costs. State's high minimum wage benefits entry-level. UW Medicine academic positions pay premium.

Top 10 MAA Employers in Washington

Washington's diverse health systems span the state:

#1. UW Medicine

180

Locations: Seattle

Address: 1959 NE Pacific Street, Seattle, WA 98195

Phone: (206) 598-3300

Washington's academic medical center. Top-ranked with extensive research.

💡 Academic prestige, state benefits, research environment, Seattle location.

#2. Swedish Health Services

200

Locations: Seattle, Edmonds, Issaquah

Address: 747 Broadway, Seattle, WA 98122

Phone: (206) 386-6000

Seattle's largest nonprofit. 5 hospitals with Providence affiliation.

💡 Seattle leader, Providence network, multiple locations, strong benefits.

#3. Providence Health & Services Washington

250

Locations: Statewide

Address: 1801 Lind Avenue SW, Renton, WA 98057

Phone: (425) 525-3000

Major system with hospitals across Washington. Catholic mission.

💡 Statewide reach, faith-based mission, comprehensive benefits, career mobility.

#4. MultiCare Health System

180

Locations: Tacoma, Spokane, Statewide

Address: 315 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Tacoma, WA 98405

Phone: (253) 403-1000

Major Washington system. 8 hospitals from Tacoma to Spokane.

💡 Multi-region presence, strong culture, comprehensive benefits.

#5. Virginia Mason Franciscan Health

120

Locations: Seattle, Tacoma

Address: 1100 Ninth Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101

Phone: (206) 223-6600

Virginia Mason quality reputation combined with Franciscan network.

💡 Quality focus, Seattle presence, Catholic mission, comprehensive system.

#6. Kaiser Permanente Washington

80

Locations: Seattle Metro

Address: 320 Westlake Avenue N, Seattle, WA 98109

Phone: (206) 326-3000

Integrated health system with exceptional benefits including pension.

💡 Industry-best benefits, pension + 401k, integrated care model.

#7. PeaceHealth

70

Locations: Vancouver, Bellingham, Longview

Address: 1115 SE 164th Avenue, Vancouver, WA 98683

Phone: (360) 514-2000

Pacific Northwest Catholic system. Strong Southwest and Northwest WA presence.

💡 Non-Seattle locations, faith-based mission, community focus.

#8. Kadlec Regional Medical Center

35

Locations: Richland/Tri-Cities

Address: 888 Swift Boulevard, Richland, WA 99352

Phone: (509) 946-4611

Providence member serving Tri-Cities. Regional referral center.

💡 Tri-Cities location, Providence network, growing market.

#9. EvergreenHealth

45

Locations: Kirkland, Eastside

Address: 12040 NE 128th Street, Kirkland, WA 98034

Phone: (425) 899-1000

Public hospital district serving Seattle's Eastside tech corridor.

💡 Eastside location, public employer benefits, tech corridor access.

#10. Confluence Health

25

Locations: Wenatchee, Central Washington

Address: 1201 S Miller Street, Wenatchee, WA 98801

Phone: (509) 663-8711

Central Washington integrated system. Physician-led with community focus.

💡 Central WA lifestyle, outdoor access, community-focused.

Success Stories: Washington MAA Graduates

Lisa Chen

Patient Services Coordinator • UW Medicine, Seattle

"No state income tax makes a huge difference—my paycheck is noticeably larger than friends in Oregon or California. UW Medicine's academic environment is stimulating, and Seattle's healthcare scene is world-class."

✓ Started at $42k, now coordinator at $52k with no state income tax.

Ryan Peterson

Medical Office Supervisor • MultiCare, Tacoma

"Tacoma offers Seattle-area wages without Seattle housing costs. MultiCare has great culture and I've grown quickly. The no income tax plus lower rent means I'm actually saving money."

✓ Advanced to supervisor at $50k in affordable Tacoma with tax-free wages.

MAA Career Progression in Washington

Year 0-1: Entry-Level MAA

$40000

Build foundational skills. Learn scheduling, EHR systems, billing basics.

Year 1-3: MAA (Experienced)

$46400

Independent coordination, billing mastery, EHR expertise.

Year 3-5: Senior MAA / Lead

$54000

Team leadership, training responsibilities, specialized functions.

Year 5+: Office Manager

$50,000-$65,000+

Full practice management, multi-site coordination.

Launch Your Healthcare Career in Washington

No state income tax plus strong wages make Washington exceptional for healthcare careers. 3,000+ annual openings from Seattle to Spokane. Free training gets you started.

In 6-8 Weeks You'll Have:

  • ✓ Industry-aligned MAA certification
  • ✓ Medical billing & EHR competencies
  • ✓ Washington job market resources
  • ✓ Confidence to interview & hire

Within 3-6 Months You Could Be:

  • ✓ Employed at a top Washington healthcare facility
  • ✓ Earning $40000 annually
  • ✓ On a clear career advancement path
  • ✓ Building a stable healthcare career

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Frequently Asked Questions: MAA Jobs in Washington

Common questions about MAA careers in Washington:

Q1: How does no state income tax affect earnings?

Washington has no state income tax, adding 7-9% effective value to wages. A $46k Washington salary equals $50k-$53k in Oregon or California after taxes.

Q2: Is Seattle affordable for entry-level MAAs?

Seattle housing is expensive. Consider Tacoma, Everett, or Spokane for better affordability while still earning strong Washington wages. Commuting from suburbs is common.

Q3: How does Spokane compare to Seattle?

Spokane pays 10-15% less but cost of living is 40% lower. MultiCare and Providence have strong Spokane presence. Many find better quality of life in Spokane despite lower wages.

Q4: What's the job outlook for MAAs in Washington?

Excellent with 9% growth. Population influx and healthcare expansion drive strong demand. 3,000+ openings annually across the state.

Q5: What does EHIRED certification prepare me for?

EHIRED training covers medical terminology, EHR systems (Epic dominant in WA), insurance verification, billing basics, and HIPAA compliance.

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