Certified Medical Assistant- Part Time

About the role

Join our team as a Part Time Certified Medical Assistant at Toppenish Medical-Dental Clinic in Toppenish, WA. Medical Assistants are the backbone of our care teams, playing a vital hands‑on role in ensuring every patient receives safe, compassionate, and seamless care. From preparing patients for their visit to supporting providers during clinical procedures, MAs are often the first and last point of connection in a patient’s experience. Their attention to detail, clinical skills, and ability to build trust with patients make them essential to our mission. At Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, our MAs are valued professionals and crucial partners in delivering high‑quality healthcare to the communities we serve. Their work strengthens every aspect of clinic operations and directly impacts patient health and satisfaction. Be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical care! We've transformed into a leading community health center in the Pacific Northwest with 40+ clinics across Washington and Oregon, offering medical, dental, pharmacy, orthodontia, nutritional counseling, autism screening, behavioral health, shelter, energy, weatherization, HIV/AIDS counseling, home visits, and mobile medical/dental clinics. Position Highlights: 0.2 FTE (8 hours per week); EMR system is Epic; pay range $21.44‑$31.58/hour DOE; additional pay for bilingual skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates daily patient interactions for BHC, including warm‑handoffs, scheduled visits, and returning patients.
• 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 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 appropriate supplies are present and 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 (discharge information, follow‑up questions).
• Instructs patients about medication and possible allergic reactions.
• Responds to patients’ questions and concerns in person and via email; directs out‑of‑scope 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 collected specimens and results in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Prepares and administers medication as directed by a physician.
• Performs clinical responsibilities in alignment with The Joint Commission (TJC), Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), and YVFWC requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED accredited by a regional or national accrediting agency approved by the US Department of Education.
• Graduation from a medical assisting training program accredited by CAAHEP or ABHES, comprising at least 720 hours of medical assistant training including at least 160 hours in a clinical externship.
• One year’s experience as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) preferred.
• CPR certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Must have Medical Assistant Certification or Medical Assistant Interim Certification from WA State Department of Health; certifications must be maintained and remain current.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) speaking skills preferred at level 10; eligible for Bilingual Differential Compensation when an ALTA score of 10 is achieved.
• Medical knowledge for understanding 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 Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Epic and EMR.

Pay

$21.44‑$31.58 per hour (DOE). Additional pay for bilingual skills when eligibility criteria are met.

Schedule

Part‑time, 0.2 FTE – approximately 8 hours per week.