Certified Medical Assistant - Relief

Coastal Family Health Center; Astoria (OR); On-site; USD 39,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

Coastal Family Health Center in Astoria, OR is seeking a relief Certified Medical Assistant to support care teams in a busy community health setting. You will maintain patient records, assist providers during visits, and help prepare exam rooms.

This part-time, non-exempt role requires a high school diploma or GED, completion of an accredited medical assisting program, CPR certification, and a national credential within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an accredited CMA program (CAAHEP/ABHES) or equivalent.
• CPR certification and national CMA credential within 90 days of hire.
• Strong Microsoft Outlook/Word/Excel and EMR software skills.

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Epic EMR

Education

High school diploma or GED

CAAHEP/ABHES CMA program or equivalent

Job description

Position Title: Certified Medical Assistant - Relief

City: Astoria

State/Territory: US-OR

Employment Duration: Part time

Offer Relocation: No

Excempt Status: Non-exempt

ID: 14050

Description

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.

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.

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

• $27.88-$41.05/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 Medical Assistant training hours, including 160-hour externship), an approved apprentice program, 720 hours of Medical Assistant 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 workloadsProficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Epic, and EMR

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

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.