Certified Medical Assistant - Home Visiting - $1,500.00 Bonus - $21.23 - 31.26 / hr

Join our team as a Home Visiting Certified Medical Assistant at Yakima Medical Dental Clinic in Yakima, WA!

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. 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.

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Position Highlights :

$21.23-$31.26 / hour DOE

$5,000.00 Hiring / Retention Bonus Structure :

At Hire : $1,500.00

At 180 days (6 months) : $2,000.00

At 12 months : $1,500.00

Bonus will be pro-rated based on Full Time Equivalency (FTE)

Benefits

100% employer-paid health insurance including medical, dental, vision, Rx, and 24 / 7 telemedicine

Profit sharing & 403(b) retirement plan available

Generous PTO, 8 paid holidays, and much more!

What You'll Do :

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 the 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.

Provides limited education and / or coaching for patients within scope. This includes discharge information and / or responding to follow-up questions.

Instructs patients about medication and possible allergic reactions.

Responds to patients' questions and concerns before, during and after home visit. If the question is outside of scope, directs inquiries to appropriate person.

Assists Provider during virtual visit.

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 specimens collected and results in 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.

Qualifications :

Minimum of a high school diploma or GED that is accredited by a regional or national accrediting agency approved by the US Department of Education is required.

Graduation from a medical assisting training program (may be a one-year certificate / diploma program or a two-year Associate Degree program) that is accredited by either the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES). This training program must be comprised of at least 720 hours of medical assistant training, including at least 160 hours in a clinical externship.

Experience with a Home Visiting Program preferred.

Two years' experience as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) preferred.

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required within 90 days of hire.

Certifications must be maintained and remain current.

Must have Medical Assistant Certification or Medical Assistant interim certification from the WA State Department of Health.

Valid Driver's License and proof of automobile liability insurance coverage.

Skills :

Bilingual (English / Spanish) required. Must demonstrate the ability to communicate at level 10 on the language proficiency scale to receive bilingual differential pay.

Medical knowledge to understand the theories, reasons and technical aspects of medicine.

Comfortable using telehealth technology to facilitate video consultations with providers.

Ability to provide compassionate care and support to patients in their homes.

Strong people skills to handle different personalities, backgrounds and personal situations. Experience managing potentially challenging home environments and addressing patient concerns with professionalism.

Strong multi-tasking ability to handle the variety and pace of work. Capable of working independently with minimal supervision. Strong organizational skills to manage multiple appointments and ensure timely visits.

Basic proficiency with a variety of computer programs including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Epic and EMR.

Our Mission Statement

"Together we transform our communities through compassionate, individualized care, eliminating barriers to health and well-being."

Our mission celebrates inclusivity. We are committed to equal-opportunity employment.