Certified Medical Assistant - Relief - $21.44 - 31.58/Hr

Jobtome; Parker (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

11th Avenue Family Medical Clinic in Yakima, WA seeks a Relief Certified Medical Assistant to join our community health team. You will manage patient records, prep for visits, assist clinicians, and handle lab tasks in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has a CMA credential (WA DoH) or interim certification, CPR within 90 days, and bilingual English/Spanish for differential pay. This role emphasizes compassionate care and teamwork in our clinic family.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED.
• Completion of accredited medical assisting program (CAAHEP or ABHES) with 720 training hours and clinical externship.
• One year CMA experience preferred.
• CPR certification within 90 days of hire.
• WA Medical Assistant certification or interim cert from WA DoH.
• Bilingual English/Spanish required for differential pay.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update patient medical records, including vitals, treatments, and medications; review immunization records.
• Prepare for patient visits by reviewing files and coordinating with Providers for scheduling and continuity of care.
• Prepare and maintain exam rooms; explain procedures; provide education and coaching; assist physicians during exams and procedures.
• Collect and prepare lab specimens, administer medications, and perform other clinical duties.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

CPR certification

MS Outlook/Word/Excel

Strong people skills

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical assisting program (CAAHEP/ABHES, 720 hours)

Tools

Epic

EMR

Outlook

Excel

Job description

Join our team as a Relief Certified Medical Assistant at 11th Avenue Family Medical Clinic in Yakima, WA!Be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical care. At Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, we believe you are more than a Medical Assistant, and we are more than a job!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, " 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:

• Base pay is $21.44-$31.58/hour DOE (Total pay with bilingual differential can range from $22.08-$32.51/hour DOE- Additional pay for bilingual skills, paid on hours worked

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) required 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 EMROur 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.

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