Certified Medical Assistant

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) – Primary Care Location: Bellingham, Washington Compensation: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour Job Type: Full-Time Position Summary This is a fully-time on-site role for a Certified Medical Assistant located in Bellingham, WA. The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) plays a vital role in both clinical and front office operations within a primary care setting. This dual-function role supports providers and patients by ensuring efficient patient flow, accurate documentation, and exceptional customer service from check-in to check-out. Key Responsibilities Clinical Duties Greet and room patients; obtain and document vital signs, medical history, reason for visit, obtaining last visit notes and/or lab results Assist providers during exams and minor procedures Administer medications and vaccines as ordered by the provider Perform in-office testing (e.g., EKGs, urinalysis, strep tests) and collect lab specimens Perform venipuncture and capillary blood collection as required Ensure proper documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR) AdvancedMD Monitor inventory and maintain cleanliness of exam rooms and clinical supplies Other duties as assigned Front Office Duties Greet patients and visitors in a professional, courteous manner Manage patient check-in and check-out processes Verify insurance eligibility and collect co-pays or payments Schedule appointments, referrals, and follow-up visits Answer multi-line phones and respond to messages promptly and accurately Maintain patient records and ensure HIPAA compliance Other duties as assigned Qualifications Certification: Washington State Certification as a Medical Assistant (MA-C) and current Healthcare Provider BLS Certification Education: High school diploma or equivalent; graduation from an accredited MA program Experience: One-year clinical experience in primary care or outpatient setting preferred; Knowledge of insurance verification, medical billing, and front desk workflows Skills: Strong communication and organizational skills; Proficient in EMR system (AdvancedMD); Ability to multitask and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment; Professional, patient-centered attitude with attention to detail Work Schedule Full-time Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm Schedule flexibility required Possible float between two outpatient clinic locations in the Bellingham and Everett, WA areas, as needed #J-18808-Ljbffr Altea Healthcare