Certified Medical Assistant — Hands-On Patient Care & Epic EMR

Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic; Walla Walla (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off (PTO) & holidays

Job summary

Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant in Walla Walla, WA. This 40-hour role supports providers, manages patient flow, and maintains records using Epic EMR.

Fluency in Spanish is a plus, with a competitive hourly wage and a bilingual differential for ALTA score of 10. Responsibilities include preparing patients, assisting during exams, handling specimens, and coordinating care with the team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required (accredited).
• Graduation from an accredited medical assisting program with at least 720 hours and 160 clinical externship.
• One year CMA experience preferred.
• CPR certification within 90 days of hire.
• Medical Assistant Certification or Interim Certification from WA DOH.
• Spanish-speaking skills preferred at ALTA score of 10.

Responsibilities

• Maintain patient medical records and update immunization history.
• Prepare for patient visits; review labs, referrals, and reports.
• Collaborate with Providers to maintain schedules and care continuity.
• Prepare and sterilize exam rooms and equipment.
• Explain procedures and provide patient education as needed.
• Assist physicians during examinations and minor procedures.
• Collect specimens and assist with lab tests; document results in EMR.

Skills

Spanish-speaking

CMA certification

Clinical skills

Patient care

Education

Medical assisting program (CAAHEP/ABHES accredited)

720 hours including externship

Tools

Epic

Outlook

Excel

Word

Job description

Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant in Walla Walla, WA. This 40-hour role supports providers, manages patient flow, and maintains records using Epic EMR.

Fluency in Spanish is a plus, with a competitive hourly wage and a bilingual differential for ALTA score of 10. Responsibilities include preparing patients, assisting during exams, handling specimens, and coordinating care with the team.