Description

Compensation :

• Non-exempt / hourly
• Full wage scale is $23.27 to $31.39 per hour
• Sign-On Bonus : $2,000 prorated by FTE and subject to 2-year payback clause

Work Schedule :

• Part time & Full time
• 10-hour days only
• Monday-Friday, occasional Saturdays
• Day shifts only

Who We Are

Unity Care NW is a private, non-profit, federally qualified health center that has been proudly and successfully serving the greater Whatcom County area since 1982.

With clinics located in Bellingham & Ferndale, we offer comprehensive primary medical, behavioral health and dental care, as well as pharmacy services to a diverse and often underserved patient population of all ages.

Employing 300 caring and compassionate employees, our mission is to increase the years of healthy life in the people & communities we serve.

What We Value

• Respect
• Integrity
• Accountability
• Collaboration
• Innovation

We have an inclusive culture and strive to demonstrate our Values in Action in all that we do. We value each individual on our team and aim to onboard a diverse workforce of the very best talent, whose ambitions and values align with ours.

Job Summary

Our Medical Assistants support daily patient management in our outpatient clinics as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Unity Care NW is committed to a patient-centered care team model that engages patients and their families in their care.

What We Offer

• A friendly and collaborative team environment
• Meaningful, mission-oriented work supporting your community
• A culture of inclusivity
• A competitive compensation package

Generous Benefits Including :

• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• 401(K) retirement plan with employer match
• Paid Time Off (108 hours Year One, 156 hours Year Two & further increases thereafter)
• 6 paid holidays
• Paid Sick Leave accrued at 1 hour per 40 hours paid
• Other paid leaves including : Bereavement, Jury Duty & Bone Marrow & Organ Transplant
• Life / AD&D insurance
• Continuing Education for MAs with eligible & current board certification ($180 plus 12 hours)
• Reimbursement of renewal fees for WA State license
• Employment counts towards eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness - information can be found at
• Optional insurances including : Supplementary Life / AD&D, Short Term and Long Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Travel & Identity Theft Protection
• Flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Alternative Transportation Incentives
• Health Living reimbursements
• Medical Hardship payroll loans, Employee Referral Bonuses, Will preparation services & gym discounts

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program
• Medical Assistant-Certified License from the WA State Department of Health

Preferred Qualifications

• Two years of Medical Assisting experience
• Experience in an outpatient clinic serving all ages, including providing immunizations
• A strong interest in working with a diverse patient population

Candidates who meet with requirements who have applicable experience or similar qualifications are encouraged to apply!

To Apply

Visit our Careers Page at or contact Vicki Curtis, Provider Recruiter, at

Unity Care NW has an Employee Health Program for the safety of our patients and staff. The program requires that all employees receive annual flu vaccines.

UCNW also requires vaccination against COVID-19 as a vital public health measure that has truly been life-saving. We are proud of the leadership role we’ve played in protecting our community from this devastating virus.

Last updated : 2024-05-15