Certified Medical Assistant - Relief

Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic; Walla Walla (WA); On-site; USD 30,706 - 45,226; Part time

Job summary

A community health center in Walla Walla, WA, is seeking a relief Certified Medical Assistant to join their team. This part-time position involves maintaining patient medical records, preparing for patient visits, and assisting physicians during exams. Candidates should hold a diploma or GED with an accredited medical assisting program, have CPR certification, and preferably possess one year’s experience as a CMA. Bilingual candidates (English/Spanish) are preferred. Join a mission-driven organization focused on compassionate care and community health.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED.
• Completion of an accredited medical assisting program.
• One year’s experience as a CMA is preferred.
• CPR certification within 90 days of hire.
• Medical Assistant Certification from WA State Department.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update patient medical records.
• Prepare for patient visits and ensure reports are available.
• Maintain exam rooms and assist physicians during exams.
• Collect lab specimens and administer medication.

Skills

Multitasking ability

Strong people skills

Medical knowledge

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Completion of accredited medical assisting program

Medical Assistant Certification

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Epic

EMR

Job description

Job Brief

Certified Medical Assistant - Relief Walla Walla, WA

Employment duration:

Part time

Exempt Status:

Non-exempt

Offer Relocation?: No

ID: 16349

Join our team as a relief Certified Medical Assistant at Family Medical Center in Walla Walla, WA!

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.

Explore our short clips, " are Yakima - WE are Family " and " ," for a glimpse into our dedication to our communities, health, and families.

Visit our website at to learn more about our organization.

Position Highlights

• $22.29-$32.83/hour DOE

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) preferred 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.