Medical Assistant

Cowlitz Family Health Center; Longview (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vis–

Vacation time and holidays

403b retirement plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Job summary

Cowlitz Family Health Center in Washington is hiring a Medical Assistant to support clinicians in patient exams and procedures. You will room patients, take vitals, document complaints, and assist with injections and minor procedures.

The role requires WA MA certification, BLS/CPR, and a clinical education background; bilingual EN/SP skills are a plus. The center offers competitive wages, benefits, and a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid unrestricted WA State Medical Assistant Certification.
• BLS/CPR certification required upon hire.
• High school diploma plus completion of 1 academic year in medical assisting; associates degree or CMA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in examination and treatment under medical provider direction.
• Room patients, take vitals, document chief complaints.
• Administer injections and assist with minor procedures/surgeries.
• Support physicians, ARNPs, or RNs and maintain a patient-friendly environment.

Skills

Strong communication

Bilingual EN/SP

Medical terminology

EHR proficiency

Team player

Education

High school diploma + 1-year medical assisting education

Associates degree in medical assisting

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Tools

EHR system

Computers/Office software

Job description

Description

Are you passionate about making a difference in patients’ lives? Cowlitz Family Health Center is a Federally Qualified Health Center seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to be the heartbeat of our healthcare team! In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside compassionate professionals, provide essential support, and help create a welcoming environment for our patients.

The Medical Assistant is responsible for assisting in the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a medical provider. Assists Physician/ARNP or RN with direct patient care. Under direction and supervision by medical professional staff: administer injections, room patients, take vitals, record chief complaints, and assist with minor surgeries/procedures with a medical provider. The Medical Assistant interacts regularly with patients, coworkers, and various other people on a day-to-day basis within the medical clinic and displays a friendly manner, a commitment to service, strong decision‑making skills, and the ability to remain calm under pressure.

Wage Range: $23.00 - $24.77 Per Hour.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm

FTE: 1.0

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement.

Benefits: We offer competitive wages and benefits including:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vison Plans – 100% premiums paid for employee
• Vacation: 160 hours per year to start, accrued bi-weekly
• 9 Paid Holidays plus 1 floating holiday
• Matching 403b Retirement Plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life Insurance- $50,000 employer paid
• Long Term Disability and AD&D employer paid
• Employee Assistance Plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Repayment Assistance.

Cowlitz Family Health Center provides a wide range of services to all individuals, regardless of background or socio‑economic status, including medical, dental, family planning, substance abuse treatment, and behavioral health services. We believe every person has value, is worthy of respect, and deserves quality care regardless of their financial situation. Cowlitz Family Health Center is growing and evolving. We are looking for people who share our vision, want to use their skills to provide exceptional customer service to our patients, and can adapt as we continue to make positive changes.

Cowlitz Family Health Center is a drug‑free workplace and performs drug testing consistent with federal guidelines in the Drug‑Free Workplace Act of 1988. All candidates who receive a written offer of employment will be required to undergo testing for commonly abused controlled substances

Requirements

• Must possess a valid unrestricted WA State Medical Assistant Certification.
• BLS/CPR certification required upon hire
• High school diploma plus successful completion of a minimum of one academic year of post‑secondary education in a medical assisting program from an accredited educational institution. Associates degree in medical assisting and/or certified medical assistant preferred.

DESIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• 1-4 years of previous work experience as a Medical Assistant is preferred.
• Proficient in medical terminology and medical office procedures.
• Basic computer proficiency and ability to learn in‑house programs, including EHR system.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a low‑income, multi‑ethnic patient population and relate respectfully and effectively to people of diverse racial, educational, and socio‑economic backgrounds.
• Must be a confident, self‑directed individual who can work within a team as well as independently.
• Must demonstrate excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, utilizing concise and comprehensive documentation with strong technical writing and record‑keeping skills.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.