Certified Medical Assistant - Part Time

Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic
US - Washington - Yakima
May 13, 2024

Join our team as a Certified Medical Assistant 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-$23/hour DOE with the ability to go higher for highly experienced candidates
$2,500.00 Hiring/Retention Bonus Structure:
- At Hire:
  $750.00
- At 90-Days (3 months):
  $750.00
- At 180-Days (6 months):
  $1,000.00
- Bonus will be pro-rated based on Full Time Equivalency (FTE)

Benefits:

Medical, dental, vision, Rx, 24/7 telemedicine
Profit sharing & 403(b) retirement plan available
Generous PTO, 8 paid holidays, uniform allowance, and much more!

Monday - Friday 7:
45am - 8:
00pm; Saturday/Holidays 8:
45am - 4:
00pm.Essential Functions/Responsibilities/Duties

Maintains patient medical records, updating patient medical history, current status including vital signs, medical treatments and medication provided. Reviews and updates patient immunization records.
Prepares for patient visits. Reviews the patient file, including requests for labs, referrals and correspondence. Verifies and ensures necessary reports are present. Provides updates to Provider team as needed.
Collaborates with Providers to ensure efficiency of schedules and continuity of care. Discusses patients scheduled for the day including pre-visit prep.
Prepares and maintains patient exam rooms, ensuring that appropriate supplies are in the room and that necessary equipment is present and sterilized.
Prepares patient for examinations, explaining medical treatment procedures as needed.
Provides limited education and/or coaching for patients within scope. This includes discharge information and/or responding to follow-up questions. Instructs patients about medication and possible allergic reactions.
Responds to patients' questions and concerns in person and via email exchange. If the question is outside of scope, directs inquiries to appropriate person.
Assists physician during examinations, procedures, treatments, and minor office surgeries.
Anticipates Providers' needs and manages Providers' requests.
Collects and prepares laboratory specimens. Completes screenings. Collects and reviews patient data per protocol. Follows up on test results as directed by healthcare Providers. Documents specimens collected and results in electronic medical record (EMR).
Prepares and administers medication as directed by a physician.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Performs clinical responsibilities in alignment with The Joint Commission (TJC), Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), and YVFWC requirements.

Qualifications

Education:
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.
Experience:
One year's experience as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) preferred.
Professional Licenses/Certificates/Registration:
Current 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.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
Bilingual (English/Spanish) required. Must demonstrate the ability to communicate at level 10 on the language proficiency scale to receive bilingual differential pay. 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 celebrates diversity. We are committed to equal-opportunity employment.

Contact us at *** to learn more about this opportunity!

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Certified Medical Assistant - Part Time

Certified Medical Assistant - Part Time

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