Certified Medical Assistant - $1,500.00 Bonus - Full Time

Join our team as a Certified Medical Assistant at Lancaster Family Health Center in Salem, OR!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

• 22.73-$33.47/hourDOE
• 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 Bonus will be pro-rated based on Full Time Equivalency (FTE) Additional pay for your bilingual skills, paid on hours worked 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 Maintains patient medical records, updating patient medical history, current status including vital signs, medical treatments and medication provided. Reviews and updates patient immunization records Prepares for patient visits. Reviews the patient file, including requests for labs, referrals and correspondence. Verifies and ensures necessary reports are present. Provides updates to Provider team as needed Collaborates with Providers to ensure efficiency of schedules and continuity of care. Discusses patients scheduled for the day including pre-visit prep Prepares and maintains patient exam rooms, ensuring that appropriate supplies are in the room and that necessary equipment is present and sterilized Prepares patient for examinations, explaining medical treatment procedures as needed Provides limited education and/or coaching for patients within scope. This includes discharge information and/or responding to follow-up questions. Instructs patients about medication and possible allergic reactions Responds to patients' questions and concerns in person and via email exchange. If the question is outside of scope, directs inquiries to appropriate person Assists physician during examinations, procedures, treatments, and minor office surgeries Anticipates Providers' needs and manages Providers' requestsCollects and prepares laboratory specimens. Completes screenings. Collects and reviews patient data per protocol. Follows up on test results as directed by healthcare Providers. Documents specimens collected and results in electronic medical record (EMR) Prepares and administers medication as directed by a physician Performs clinical responsibilities in alignment with The Joint Commission (TJC), Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), and YVFWC requirements Performs other duties as assigned Qualifications Minimum of a high school diploma or GED that is accredited by a regional or national accrediting agency approved by the US Department of Education is required. Completion of one of the following: Graduation from a medical assisting program (may be a one-year certificate/diploma program or a two-year Associate Degree program) that is accredited by either the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobtome