Certified Medical Assistant- Float

Join our team as a Certified Medical Assistant at Grandview Medical‑Dental Clinic in Grandview, WA. This full‑time, non‑exempt float position works extended hours Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–7:00 pm (8–10 hour shifts) and requires travel to other clinics in the region as needed. Medical Assistants are the backbone of our care teams, ensuring every patient receives safe, compassionate, and seamless care — from preparing patients for visits to supporting providers during clinical procedures. Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic operates 40+ clinics across Washington and Oregon, offering medical, dental, pharmacy, behavioral health, and a wide range of community services.

Responsibilities

• Maintain patient medical records, updating medical history, vital signs, treatments, and medications
• Review and update patient immunization records
• Prepare for patient visits: review files, lab requests, referrals, correspondence; verify necessary reports are present; provide updates to provider team
• Collaborate with providers to ensure schedule efficiency and continuity of care; discuss daily patients including pre‑visit prep
• Prepare and maintain exam rooms, ensuring appropriate supplies, equipment, and sterilization
• Prepare patients for examinations, explaining procedures as needed
• Provide limited patient education and coaching within scope, including discharge information and follow‑up questions
• Instruct patients about medications and possible allergic reactions
• Respond to patient questions and concerns in person and via email; direct out‑of‑scope inquiries to appropriate personnel
• Assist physicians during examinations, procedures, treatments, and minor office surgeries
• Anticipate providers’ needs and manage providers’ requests
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens; complete screenings; collect and review patient data per protocol
• Follow up on test results as directed by healthcare providers
• Document specimens collected and results in the electronic medical record (EMR)
• Prepare and administer medications as directed by a physician
• Perform clinical responsibilities in alignment with The Joint Commission (TJC), HRSA, and YVFWC requirements
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution approved by the US Department of Education
• Graduation from a medical assisting training program (minimum 720 hours, including at least 160 hours clinical externship) accredited by CAAHEP or ABHES
• One year’s experience as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) preferred
• CPR certification required within 90 days of hire
• Medical Assistant Certification or Medical Assistant Interim Certification from WA State Department of Health (must be maintained and current)
• Spanish‑speaking skills preferred at ALTA level 10 (eligible for Bilingual Differential Compensation)
• Medical knowledge for understanding theories, reasons, and technical aspects of medicine
• Strong interpersonal skills to handle diverse personalities, backgrounds, and situations
• Strong multi‑tasking ability to manage variety and pace of work
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Epic, and EMR systems

Requirements

• Ability to travel to surrounding YVFWC sites as assigned; reliable transportation required
• Valid driver’s license and proof of automobile liability insurance coverage

Pay

• Hourly range: $21.44 – $31.58 per hour DOE
• Hiring/Retention Bonus (prorated by FTE):
  • At hire: $1,500
  • At 180 days (6 months): $2,000
  • At 12 months: $1,500
• Additional bilingual differential pay for hours worked when ALTA score of 10 is achieved

Benefits

• 100% employer‑paid health insurance (medical, dental, vision, Rx, 24/7 telemedicine)
• Profit sharing and 403(b) retirement plan
• Generous paid time off
• 8 paid holidays

Schedule

• Full‑time, 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week)
• Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–7:00 pm; 8–10 hour shifts
• Float position: travel to other regional clinics as needed