Certified Medical Assistant - BHC

RPMGlobal; Hermiston (OR); On-site; USD 31,009 - 45,653; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% employer-paid health insurance

Profit sharing & 403(b) retirement plan

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Hiring/Retention bonus structure

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Hermiston, OR is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to provide compassionate care alongside behavioral health professionals. Responsibilities include coordinating patient care, managing schedules, and supporting telehealth visits. Candidates should have a high school diploma, relevant certifications, and preferably bilingual skills. This role offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and profit-sharing.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED from an accredited agency.
• Completion of a medical assisting program or equivalent military training.
• One year’s experience as a Certified Medical Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Bridge patients and behavioral health services.
• Manage Behavioral Health Consultant schedules and follow-ups.
• Support telehealth visits and outreach to patients.

Skills

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Medical knowledge

Strong people skills

Multi-tasking ability

Computer proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical assisting program completion

Certification as Medical Assistant

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Epic

EMR software

Job description

Are you a Certified Medical Assistant who’s passionate about whole-person care? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where medical and behavioral health professionals work side-by-side to support patients’ total well‑wellbeing? If so,Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic invites you to join our mission‑driven team at Mirasol Family Health Center in Hermiston, OR!

At YVFWC, we’re more than a healthcare organization — we’re a community. With over 40 clinics across Washington and Oregon, we provide comprehensive services that go far beyond the exam room. From medical and dental to behavioral health, nutrition, housing support, and more — we care for the whole person.

Visit our website at www.yvfwc.com to learn more about our organization.

Position Highlights

• $22.51‑$33.14/hour DOE
• Additional 4% differential for your bilingual skills!
• $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

As a Certified Medical Assistant working with our Behavioral Health Consultant (BHC), you’ll be the vital link between the patients and our BHC, helping to ensure seamless, compassionate care. You’ll:

• Be the bridge between patients and behavioral health services
• Coordinate warm handoffs and assist with rooming patients
• Manage BHC schedules, messages, and follow‑ups
• Administer and track behavioral health screeners (PHQ‑9, GAD‑7, etc.)
• Support telehealth visits and outreach to high‑risk patients
• Interpret for BHCs or coordinate interpreter services
• Collaborate with a compassionate, mission‑driven team

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) accredited by a national or regional accrediting agency approved by the US Department of Education.
• Completion of one of the following:
  • Graduation from a medical assisting program (one‑year certificate/diploma or two‑year associate degree) accredited by CAAHEP or ABHES. Program must comprise at least 720 hours of training, including 160 hours in a clinical externship.
  • Graduation from an apprentice program approved by the state.
  • Complete at least 720 hours of Medical Assistant college education; OR
  • Earn an equivalent amount of military training related to medical assisting.
  • Currently a certified MA, or eligible to take the certification.
• One year’s experience as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA). One year’s experience in a behavioral health setting preferred.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Certifications must be maintained and remain current.
• Current documentation for one of the following credentials required within 90 days of hire:
  • Certified Medical Assistant through AAMA;
  • American Medical Technologists (AMT) Registered Medical Assistant;
  • Certified Clinical Medical Assistant through NHA;
  • National Certified Medical Assistant through NCCT.
• Medical knowledge to understand the theories, reasons and technical aspects of medicine.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred at level 10 on the language proficiency scale to receive bilingual differential pay.
• 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.