Medical Assistant

Shelby American, Inc.; Woodland (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their compassionate team. In this rewarding role, you will assist medical professionals in providing essential care to patients, ensuring they receive the best possible support. Your responsibilities will include taking vitals, administering injections, and helping with minor procedures, all while fostering a welcoming environment. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact in the lives of patients from diverse backgrounds. If you are passionate about healthcare and committed to exceptional service, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans

Vacation: 160 hours per year

10 Paid Holidays

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

Qualifications

• Valid WA State Medical Assistant Certification required.
• BLS/CPR certification within 3-6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist in examination and treatment of patients.
• Administer injections, take vitals, and assist with minor surgeries.

Skills

Patient Care

Medical Terminology

BLS/CPR Certification

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Medical Assisting Program

Associates Degree in Medical Assisting

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.

• Hourly Rate: $23.00 - $24.77 per hour DOE
• FTE 1.0
• Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 8am-7pm

Mission and Values: 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.

Benefits: We offer competitive wages and benefits including:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vison Plans – 100% for employee, up to 50 % for spouse/dependent(s) depending on plan
• Vacation: 160 hours per year to start, accrued bi-weekly
• 10 Paid Holidays
• 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.

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess a valid unrestricted WA State Medical Assistant Certification.
• BLS/CPR certification required within 3-6 months of 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 preferred.

DESIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• 1-4 years previous work experience as a Medical Assistant preferred.
• Proficient in Medical terminology and medical office procedures.
• Ability to work with a low-income, multi-ethnic patient population and a demonstrated ability to relate respectfully and effectively to people of diverse racial, educational and socio-economic backgrounds.