Certified Medical Assistant - Relief

Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic; Astoria (OR); On-site; USD 38,021 - 55,985; Part time

Job summary

A community health center in Astoria, OR is seeking a part-time Certified Medical Assistant to join their team. The role involves maintaining patient records, preparing for patient visits, and assisting providers during exams. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, completion of a medical assisting program, and strong interpersonal skills. This position offers a competitive wage between $27.60 and $40.64 per hour based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED.
• Completion of an accredited medical assisting program or equivalent.
• One year’s experience as a CMA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update patient medical records.
• Prepare for patient visits by reviewing files.
• Collect and prepare lab specimens.

Skills

Strong people skills

Excellent multitasking ability

Medical knowledge

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Completion of accredited medical assisting program

Tools

Epic

EMR

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Certified Medical Assistant - Relief role at Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic.

We've transformed into a leading community health center. 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.

Join our team as a relief Certified Medical Assistant at Coastal Family Health in Astoria, OR, and be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical care. At Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, we value inclusivity, and we are more than just a job – we are a community committed to the well-being of our members.

Position Highlights

$27.60-$40.64/hour DOE

As a Medical Assistant, you will have the opportunity to:

• 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 either an accredited medical assisting program from CAAHEP or ABHES (720 training hours, including 160-hour externship), approved apprentice program, 720 hours of college education, equivalent military training, or current MA or eligibility for certification
• One year’s experience as a CMA is preferred
• CPR certification
• National credential from AAMA, AMT, NHA, or NCCT within 90 days of hire
• 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 celebrates Inclusivity. We are committed to equal-opportunity employment.

Contact us at [e-mail] to learn more about this opportunity!

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care, Non-profit Organizations, and Public Health