What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Medical Assistant - Relief position at Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic?
Join our team as a Relief Certified Medical Assistant at West Valley Family Health in Yakima, WA, and 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 value inclusivity, and we are a community committed to the well-being of our members.
We've transformed into a leading community health center. 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:
- $19.28-$28.38/hour DOE
- Additional 4% differential for your bilingual skills
As a Medical Assistant, you will have the opportunity to:
- 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
- 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 celebrates diversity. We are committed to equal-opportunity employment.
Contact us at jobs@yvfwc.org to learn more about this opportunity!
Salary : $19 - $28
