Certified Medical Assistant

Certified Medical Assistant

Join our team at Coastal Family Health Center, in Astoria, OR!

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.

Position Highlights:

• $27.60-$40.64/hour DOE
• Additional pay for bilingual skills, paid on hours worked
• $4,250.00 Hiring/Retention Bonus Structure:
  • At Hire: $1,275.00
  • At 180 days (6 months): $1,700.00
  • At 12 months: $1,275.00
• Bonus will be pro-rated based on Full Time Equivalency (FTE)

Benefits:

• 100% employer-paid health insurance including medical, dental, vision, Rx, 24/7 telemedicine
• Profit sharing & 403(b) retirement plan available
• Generous PTO, 8 paid holidays, and much more!

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 either an accredited medical assisting program from CAAHEP or ABHES (720 Medical Assistant training hours, including 160-hour externship), an approved apprentice program, 720 hours of Medical Assistant college education, equivalent military training, or current MA or eligibility for certification
• One year's experience as a CMA is preferred
• CPR certification
• National credential from AAMA, AMT, NHA, or NCCT within 90 days of hire
• 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 EMR

Our 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 View email address on click.appcast.io to learn more about this opportunity!