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Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) – Primary Care
Location: Bellingham, Washington
Compensation: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-Time
Position Summary:
This is a fully-time on-site role for a Certified Medical Assistant located in Bellingham, WA. The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) plays a vital role in both clinical and front office operations within a primary care setting. This dual-function role supports providers and patients by ensuring efficient patient flow, accurate documentation, and exceptional customer service from check-in to check-out.
Key Responsibilities:
Clinical Duties:
- Greet and room patients; obtain and document vital signs, medical history, reason for visit, obtaining last visit notes and/or lab results
- Assist providers during exams and minor procedures
- Administer medications and vaccines as ordered by the provider
- Perform in-office testing (e.g., EKGs, urinalysis, strep tests) and collect lab specimens
- Performs venipuncture and capillary blood collection as required.
- Ensure proper documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR) AdvancedMD
- Monitor inventory and maintain cleanliness of exam rooms and clinical supplies
- Other duties as assigned
Front Office Duties:
- Greet patients and visitors in a professional, courteous manner
- Manage patient check-in and check-out processes
- Verify insurance eligibility and collect co-pays or payments
- Schedule appointments, referrals, and follow-up visits
- Answer multi-line phones and respond to messages promptly and accurately
- Maintain patient records and ensure HIPAA compliance
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
- Certification: Washington State Certification as a Medical Assistant (MA-C) and current Healthcare Provider BLS Certification
- Education: High school diploma or equivalent; graduation from an accredited MA program
- Experience:
- One-year clinical experience in primary care or outpatient setting preferred
- Knowledge of insurance verification, medical billing, and front desk workflows
- Skills:
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Proficient in EMR system (AdvancedMD)
- Ability to multitask and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Professional, patient-centered attitude with attention to detail
Work Schedule:
- Full-time Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm
- Schedule flexibility required
- Possible float between two outpatient clinic locations in the Bellingham and Everett, WA areas, as needed.
Salary : $23 - $25