Medical Assistant Apprentice - Hands-On Training, Relocation

Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

403(b) retirement plan

Generous PTO

8 paid holidays

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic in Spokane, WA is seeking a Medical Assistant Apprentice to start a hands-on career in community health.

The program includes 2,000 hours paid on-the-job training with an MA coach, 410 hours of online coursework, in-person lab days, and dedicated mentors to help you advance.

Relocation offered; full-time, non-exempt; you’ll join a mission-driven organization delivering comprehensive care across Washington and Oregon.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• CPR certification is required within 90 days of hire.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred at level 10.
• Medical knowledge to understand the theories, reasons, and technical aspects of medicine.
• Strong people skills to handle different personalities, backgrounds, and personal situations.
• Strong multi-tasking ability to handle the variety and pace of work.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Epic, and EMR.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update patient medical records, including medical history, current status, vital signs, treatments, and medications.
• Prepare for patient visits by reviewing files, ensuring necessary reports are present, and providing updates to the Provider team.
• Work with Providers to ensure efficient schedules and continuity of care.
• Prepare and maintain patient exam rooms, ensuring appropriate supplies and sterilized equipment are available.
• Prepare patients for examinations, explain medical treatment procedures, and provide limited education and coaching within scope.
• Respond to patients’ questions and concerns in person and via email.
• Assist physicians during examinations, procedures, treatments, and minor office surgeries.
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens, complete screenings, and review patient data per protocol.
• Prepare and administer medication as directed by a physician.

Skills

CPR certification

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic in Spokane, WA is seeking a Medical Assistant Apprentice to start a hands-on career in community health.

The program includes 2,000 hours paid on-the-job training with an MA coach, 410 hours of online coursework, in-person lab days, and dedicated mentors to help you advance.

Relocation offered; full-time, non-exempt; you’ll join a mission-driven organization delivering comprehensive care across Washington and Oregon.