Certified Medical Assistant

Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic; Toppenish (WA); On-site; USD 29,246 - 43,063; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid health insurance

Profit sharing & 403(b) retirement plan

Generous PTO and 8 paid holidays

Job summary

A community health center in Toppenish, WA is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant. This role involves maintaining patient records, assisting during exams, and engaging with a diverse patient base. The ideal candidate will have completed an accredited medical assisting program and bilingual skills are preferred. With competitive pay and benefits including 100% employer-paid health insurance and PTO, this position supports the mission to provide compassionate care to the community.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited medical assisting program with at least 720 training hours.
• CPR certification within 90 days of hire is a must.
• Must have Medical Assistant Certification from the WA State Department of Health.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update patient medical records.
• Prepare for patient visits by reviewing files and collaborating with Providers.
• Assist physicians during exams and procedures.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Strong people skills

Excellent multitasking ability

Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Epic, and EMR

Medical knowledge

Education

Completion of an accredited medical assisting program

Minimum high school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Brief

Certified Medical Assistant – Toppenish, WA

Employment duration: Full time

Exempt Status: Non‑exempt

Offer Relocation?: No

ID: 16119

Join our team as a Certified Medical Assistant at Toppenish Medical‑Dental Clinic! Be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical care! 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.

Position Highlights

• $21.23–$31.26/hour DOE
• $5,000.00 Hiring/Retention Bonus Structure:
  • At Hire: $1,500.00
  • At 180 days (6 months): $2,000.00
  • At 12 months: $1,500.00
• Bonus will be pro‑rated based on Full Time Equivalency (FTE)

Benefits

• 100% employer‑paid health insurance including medical, dental, vision, Rx, and 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 high school diploma or GED
• Completion of an accredited medical assisting program (one‑year certificate/diploma or two‑year Associate Degree) from CAAHEP or ABHES, with a minimum of 720 training hours, including at least 160‑hour clinical externship
• One year’s experience as a CMA is preferred
• CPR certification within 90 days of hire
• 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 to receive differential pay
• 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 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.