Certified Medical Assistant - Temporary

Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A health care provider in Portland, OR is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to ensure efficient patient care and maintain medical records. The ideal candidate must have a high school diploma or equivalent, possess medical assisting credentials, and demonstrate strong multitasking abilities. Experience with EMR systems and bilingual skills are preferred. This is a full-time, entry-level position that offers competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an accredited medical assisting program necessary.
• One year’s experience as a CMA is preferred.
• Medical knowledge essential for practice.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update patient medical records accurately.
• Prepare exam rooms and assist physicians during exams.
• Collect and prepare lab specimens and administer medications.

Skills

Bilingual communication

Patient care

Record maintenance

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Accredited medical assisting program

CPR certification

National credential from AAMA, AMT, NHA, or NCCT

Tools

Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Epic

EMR

Job description

Overview

Certified Medical Assistant - Temporary at Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic

Location: Portland, OR

Employment duration: Full time; Exempt Status: Non-exempt; Relocation: No

Position Highlights

• 24.42-$35.95 / hour DOE
• Additional pay for bilingual skills

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update patient medical records, including vital signs, treatments, and medications, and review immunization records.
• Prepare for patient visits by reviewing files, ensuring necessary reports are available, and collaborating with Providers for efficient scheduling and continuity of care.
• Prepare and maintain exam rooms, explain procedures to patients, provide education and coaching, respond to patient questions and concerns, and assist physicians during exams and procedures.
• Collect and prepare lab specimens, administer medication, and perform other assigned clinical responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of an accredited medical assisting program (CAAHEP or ABHES) with 720 training hours including 160-hour externship, approved apprentice program, 720 hours of college education, equivalent military training, or current MA or eligibility for certification
• One year’s experience as a CMA is preferred
• CPR certification
• National credential from AAMA, AMT, NHA, or NCCT within 90 days of hire
• Bilingual (English/Spanish, Cantonese, and/or Vietnamese) candidates qualify for bilingual differential with a level 10 score on the language test
• Medical knowledge for understanding theories, reasons, and technical aspects of medicine
• Strong people skills to handle diverse personalities, backgrounds, and situations
• Excellent multitasking ability to manage varied workloads
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Epic, and EMR

Our Mission

Together we transform our communities through compassionate, individualized care, eliminating barriers to health and well-being. We celebrate inclusivity and are committed to equal-opportunity employment.

Contact us at [e-mail] to learn more about this opportunity!

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care; Non-profit Organizations; Public Health

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