Certified Medical Assistant - Military veterans preferred

Join our team as a Certified Medical Assistant at Miramar Health Center in Pasco, 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.

Position Highlights:

• $22.29-$32.83/hour DOE

• Additional Pay for your bilingual skills!

• $5,000.00 Hiring/Retention Bonus Structure:

  • At Hire: $1,500.00

  • At 90 days (3 months): $2,000.00

  • At 180 days (6 months): $1,500.00

• 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 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.

• Graduation from a medical assisting training 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 (CAAHEP) or Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES). This training program must be comprised of at least 720 hours of medical assistant training, including at least 160 hours in a clinical externship.

• One year’s experience as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) preferred.

• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required within 90 days of hire.

• Certifications must be maintained and remain current.

• 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.

• Medical knowledge to understand the theories, reasons and technical aspects of medicine.

• Strong people skills to handle different personalities, backgrounds and personal situations.

• Strong multi-tasking ability to handle the variety and pace of work.

• Basic proficiency with a variety of computer programs including 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 jobs@yvfwc.org to learn more about this opportunity!