Certified Medical Assistant

Miramar Health Center Pasco; Pasco (WA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid health insurance

Profit sharing & 403(b) retirement

Generous PTO & holidays

Job summary

Miramar Health Center Pasco is hiring a Certified Medical Assistant in Pasco, WA. You will maintain patient records, assist during visits, and support physicians with exams, while providing education and compassionate patient care.

The role offers competitive hourly pay ($22.52–$33.15 DOE), a $5,000 hiring/retention bonus structure, and full health benefits, with opportunities for professional growth and bilingual bonus pay.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Graduation from an accredited medical assisting program (CAAHEP/ABHES) with at least 720 hours including 160 clinical externship.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update patient medical records, including vitals, treatments and medications.
• Review immunization records and prepare for patient visits.
• Prepare and maintain exam rooms, explain procedures, provide education and coaching, and assist physicians during exams.
• Collect and prepare lab specimens, administer medication, and perform other clinical duties.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

CPR

Medical knowledge

People skills

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

CAAHEP/ABHES-accredited Medical Assisting program (720 hrs incl. 160 clinical externship)

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

Epic

EMR

Job description

Position Title: Certified Medical Assistant

City: Pasco

State/Territory: US-WA

Employment Duration: Full time

Offer Relocation: No

Excempt Status: Non-exempt

ID: 17451

Description:

Join our team as a Certified Medical Assistant at Miramar Health Center in Pasco, WA!

Be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical care. At Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, we believe you are more than a Medical Assistant, and we are more than a job!

We've transformed into a leading community health center in the Pacific Northwest with 40+ clinics across Washington and Oregon. We offer a wide range of services such as medical, dental, pharmacy, orthodontia, nutritional counseling, autism screening, and behavioral health. Our holistic model also extends assistance to shelter, energy, weatherization, HIV and AIDS counseling, home visits, and mobile medical/dental clinics.

Explore our short clips, "WE are Yakima - WE are Family" and "YVFWC - And then we grew", for a glimpse into our dedication to our communities, health, and families.

Position Highlights:

• $22.52-$33.15/hour DOE
• Additional Pay for your bilingual skills!
• $5,000.00 Hiring/Retention Bonus Structure:
  • At Hire: $1,500.00
  • At 6 months: $2,000.00
  • At 12 months: $1,500.00
• Bonus will be prorated based on Full Time Equivalency (FTE)

Benefits:

• 100% employer-paid health insurance including medical, dental, vision, Rx, 24/7 telemedicine
• Profit sharing & 403(b) retirement plan available
• Generous PTO, 8 paid holidays, and much more!

What You’ll Do:

• 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 of a high school diploma or GED that is accredited by a regional or national accrediting agency approved by the US Department of Education is required.
• Graduation from a medical assisting training program (may be a one-year certificate/diploma program or a two-year Associate Degree program) that is accredited by either the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES). This training program must be comprised of at least 720 hours of medical assistant training, including at least 160 hours in a clinical externship.
• One year’s experience as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) preferred.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Certifications must be maintained and remain current.
• Must have Medical Assistant Certification or Medical Assistant interim certification from the WA State Department of Health.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) required at a level 10.
• Medical knowledge to understand the theories, reasons and technical aspects of medicine.
• Strong people skills to handle different personalities, backgrounds, and personal situations.
• Strong multi-tasking ability to handle the variety and pace of work.
• Basic proficiency with a variety of computer programs including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Epic, and EMR.

Our Mission Statement

“Together we transform our communities through compassionate, individualized care, eliminating barriers to health and well-being.”

Our mission celebrates inclusivity. We are committed to equal-opportunity employment.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.