Certified Medical Assistant

Cascade Community Healthcare; Centralia (WA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Cascade Community Healthcare in Centralia, WA seeks a Medical Assistant (MA) to join the clinical team. This 1.0 FTE, 40-hour position supports patient flow, documentation, and coordinated care under supervision.

Responsibilities include administering medications under orders, taking histories and vital signs, coordinating referrals, and assisting with lab orders and insurance verifications. WA MA certification required; experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have Washington State Medical Assistant Certification.
• Minimum one-year experience as an MA Assistant preferred.
• Must be able to pass WA State Patrol background check; national background check may be required if lived outside WA in last 3 years.

Responsibilities

• Administer permitted medications under a valid order and supervision of an authorized healthcare practitioner.
• Coordinate follow-up on referrals and support continuity of care.
• Obtain and document medical histories, medication information, and vital signs as directed.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation of services and observations.
• Coordinate laboratory orders and communicate results to medical providers.

Skills

Experience as MA Assistant

Education

Washington State Medical Assistant Certification

Job description

About Cascade

Cascade is a nonprofit community health center that has served Lewis County and the surrounding communities for 60 years. With five locations throughout Lewis County, Washington, we provide a wide range of services designed to meet the needs of our clients and community.

Position Summary

This position is an integral part of the medical and nursing teams, ensuring client flow and providing quality client care in a safe and timely manner.

Location and Schedule

• Location : 2428 W Reynolds Avenue Centralia, WA 98531
• FTE/Hours: 1.0FTE/40-hours
• Shifts Available: Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm

Pay Range

$22.55 - $27.49 DOE

What You’ll Bring

• Must have Washington State Medical Assistant Certification.
• Minimum one-year experience as an MA Assistant preferred.
• Must be able to pass WA State Patrol background check. National background check may be required if lived outside of WA in last 3 years.

What You’ll Do

• Administer permitted medications under a valid order and the delegation and supervision of an authorized healthcare practitioner. Observe clients for and promptly report medication reactions, side effects, or other concerns to the supervising practitioner.
• Coordinate follow-up on referrals and support continuity of care.
• Obtain and document medical histories, medication information, and vital signs as directed.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation of services provided and relevant clinical or behavioral observations.
• Coordinate laboratory orders and communicate results to medical providers in accordance with established procedures.
• Assist with insurance verification and prior authorization processes.
• Coordinate services with community medical providers and other members of the integrated care team.
• Communicate with the supervisor regarding client contact and direct service hours and work toward established productivity expectations.
• Maintain ethical and professional standards, appropriate boundaries, and client confidentiality.
• Maintain clinical records and prepare reports in accordance with organizational policies, procedures, and applicable requirements.
• Maintain required credentials and participate in training and professional development relevant to the position.
• Perform other duties within the MA-C scope of practice as assigned, delegated, and supervised.

What You’ll Love About Cascade

• Student loan repayment opportunities: Cascade is an eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. Cascade is also an approved site for the Washington Health Corps State Health Program, Behavioral Health Program, and Federal Health Program.
• Meaningful work: The services we provide make a meaningful difference in the lives of our clients and throughout our community.
• Time away from work: Employees earn up to 13 hours of paid time off each month and receive 11 paid holidays plus 16 hours of personal holiday time. Benefits are prorated based on FTE. PTO and personal holiday hours are available after 90 days of employment.
• Company-paid employee benefits: Medical, dental, vision, AllyHealth, employee assistance program, life and AD&D insurance, long-term disability, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance, subject to applicable plan terms. Medical coverage is available to employees working at least 0.75 FTE (30 hours per week) and is effective the first of the month following the date of hire. Employees working at least 0.5 FTE (20 hours per week) are eligible for all other applicable benefits.
• Voluntary benefits: Supplemental term life insurance, legal services, fraud and identity protection, HSA, FSA, dependent care FSA, and pet insurance, subject to applicable plan terms.
• Retirement benefits: After six months of employment, Cascade contributes 5% of your gross earnings to a 401(k) each month—no employee contribution or match is required.
• Support toward licensure: Team Managers may provide required supervision hours at no cost to employees working toward licensure.
• License and certification reimbursement: Cascade reimburses the cost of required Department of Health license renewals and other job-related certifications, such as DEA registration and CPR/BLS certification.