Certified Medical Assistant - Temporary - $21.44 - 31.58/hr

Join our team as a Temporary Certified Medical Assistant at Yakima Medical-Dental Clinic in Yakima, WA!

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.

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.

This is a temporary position with an estimated start date of 03/16/26 and an end date of 10/02/26.

Position Highlights:

• $21.44-$31.58/hour DOE
  
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• Clinic Hours: Monday - Friday 7:45 am - 8:00 pm; Saturdays and Holidays 8:45 am - 4:00 pm.
  

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 an accredited medical assisting program (one-year certificate/diploma or two-year Associate Degree) from CAAHEP or ABHES, with a minimum of 720 training hours, including at least 160-hour clinical externship
  
• One year's experience as a CMA is preferred
  
• CPR certification within 90 days of hire
  
• Must have Medical Assistant Certification or Medical Assistant interim certification from the WA State Department of Health
  
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) required at a level 10 to receive differential pay
  
• Additional pay for bilingual skills, paid on hours worked
  
• 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.