Certified Medical Assistant - $22.52 - 33.15/hr

Join our team as a Certified Medical Assistant at Family Medical Center in Walla Walla , WA!

Medical Assistants are the backbone of our care teams. They play a vital, hands - on role in ensuring every patient receives safe, compassionate, and seamless care. From preparing patients for their visit to supporting providers during clinical procedures, MAs are often the first and last point of connection in a patient's experience. Their attention to detail, clinical skills, and ability to build trust with patients make them essential to our mission. At Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, our MAs are not only valued professionals but also crucial partners in delivering high - quality healthcare to the communities we serve. Their work strengthens every aspect of our clinic operations and directly impacts patient health and satisfaction.

Be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical care! 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.

We invite you to explore our short clips, " WE are Yakima - WE are Family " and " YVFWC - And then we grew ," for a glimpse into our dedication to our communities, health, and families!

Position Highlights:

• 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)
  
• EMR system is EPIC
  
• $22.52-$33.15/hour DOE
  
• $5,000.00 Hiring/Retention Bonus Structure:
  
  • At Hire: $1,500.00
    
  • At 180 days (6 months): $2,000.00
    
  • At 12 months: $1,500.00
    

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 accurate and up - to - date patient records, including medical histories, vital signs, treatments, medications, immunizations, and lab documentation in the EMR
  
• Prepare for patient visits by reviewing charts, ensuring required reports and referrals are present, coordinating updates with the Provider team, and supporting daily pre - visit planning
  
• Prepare exam rooms and patients for visits, ensuring equipment and supplies are ready and sanitized, explaining procedures, and responding to patient questions within scope
  
• Assist Providers during exams, procedures, treatments, and minor surgeries while anticipating needs and supporting efficient, team - based care
  
• Collect and process laboratory specimens, complete screenings, follow up on test results as directed, and administer medications as ordered by a physician
  
• Perform other duties as assigned
  

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
  
• Graduation from a CAAHEP - or ABHES - accredited medical assistant training program, consisting of at least 720 hours of training and 160 hours of clinical externship
  
• Washington State Medical Assistant Certification or Medical Assistant Interim Certification
  
• CPR certification is required within 90 days of hire
  
• Spanish-speaking skills are preferred at a level 10
  
• 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.

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