Part-Time CMA: Bilingual Care Assistant in Community Health

Jobtome; Outlook (MT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic is seeking a Part Time Certified Medical Assistant for the Toppenish, WA location. This 8-hour-per-week position supports patient care teams, maintains records, assists with exams, and collaborates with providers to ensure efficient care.

Qualifications include a CMA credential, CPR within 90 days, WA certification, and bilingual English/Spanish preferred. Epic EMR experience and strong multitasking are valued for optimal patient interactions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Graduate from an accredited medical assisting program (CAAHEP/ABHES) with at least 720 hours and 160 clinical externship.
• One year's CMA experience preferred.
• CPR certification within 90 days of hire.
• Medical Assistant Certification from WA State Department of Health required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred at level 10.
• ALTA score of 10 qualifies for bilingual differential compensation.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and patient care procedures.
• Strong multitasking and interpersonal skills; ability to manage multiple patients and tasks.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily patient interactions including warm handoffs, scheduled visits, and returning patients.
• Maintain and update patient records, including vitals and immunizations.
• Prepare for patient visits, review labs and referrals, and communicate updates to providers.
• Assist physicians during examinations, procedures, and minor office surgeries.
• Prepare and sterilize exam rooms, ensure supplies and equipment are ready.
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens; document results in EMR.
• Administer medications as directed by a physician.
• Comply with Joint Commission and HRSA requirements; perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical assisting program (CAAHEP/ABHES) 720h

Tools

Epic

EMR

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic is seeking a Part Time Certified Medical Assistant for the Toppenish, WA location. This 8-hour-per-week position supports patient care teams, maintains records, assists with exams, and collaborates with providers to ensure efficient care.

Qualifications include a CMA credential, CPR within 90 days, WA certification, and bilingual English/Spanish preferred. Epic EMR experience and strong multitasking are valued for optimal patient interactions.