Job Brief
Certified Medical Assistant Salem, OR
Employment duration:
Full time
Exempt Status:
Non-exempt
Offer Relocation?:
No
ID:
12915
Join our team as a Certified Medical Assistant at Lancaster Family Health and be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical care. At Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, we value inclusivity and are more than just a job-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
$20.18-$24.72/hour DOE with the ability to go higher for highly experienced candidates
Additional pay for your bilingual skills
$5,000.00 Hiring/Retention Bonus Structure:
At Hire: $1,500.00
At 90-Days (3 months): $1,500.00
At 180-Days (6 months): $2,000.00
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!
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
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum high school diploma or GED
Completion 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 minimum 2 years full-time MA experience, certified or exam-eligible.
One year's experience as a CMA is preferred
CPR certification within 90 days of hire
National credential from AAMA, AMT, NHA, or NCCT within 12 months of hire
Bilingual (English/Spanish) required at a level 10 for bilingual differential pay
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 to learn more about this opportunity!