Certified Medical Assistant

Join our team as a Certified Medical Assistant at Coastal Family Health Center, in Astoria, OR!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!Weve 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:$27.60-$40.64/hour DOEAdditional Pay for your bilingual skills!$4,250.00 Hiring/Retention Bonus Structure:At Hire: $1,275.00At 90 days (3 months): $1,275.00At 180 days (6 months): $1,700.00Bonus will be pro-rated based on Full Time Equivalency (FTE)Benefits:100% employer-paid health insurance including medical, dental, vision, Rx, 24/7 telemedicineProfit sharing & 403(b) retirement plan availableGenerous 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 carePrepare and maintain exam rooms, explain procedures to patients, provide education and coaching, respond to patient questions and concerns, and assist physicians during exams and proceduresCollect and prepare lab specimens, administer medication, and perform other assigned clinical responsibilitiesQualifications:Minimum high school diploma or GEDCompletion of either an accredited medical assisting program from CAAHEP or ABHES (720 training hours, including 160-hour externship), approved apprentice program, 720 hours of college education, equivalent military training, or current MA or eligibility for certificationOne year's experience as a CMA is preferredCPR certificationNational credential from AAMA, AMT, NHA, or NCCT within 90 days of hireMedical knowledge for understanding theories, reasons, and technical aspects of medicineStrong people skills to handle diverse personalities, backgrounds, and situationsExcellent multitasking ability to manage varied workloadsProficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Epic, and EMROur 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 atjobs@yvfwc.orgto learn more about this opportunity!