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 mannerManage patient check-in and check-out processesVerify insurance eligibility and collect co-pays or paymentsSchedule appointments, referrals, and follow-up visitsAnswer multi-line phones and respond to messages promptly and accuratelyMaintain patient records and ensure HIPAA complianceOther duties as assignedQualifications :
Certification : Washington State Certification as a Medical Assistant (MA-C) and current Healthcare Provider BLS CertificationEducation : High school diploma or equivalent; graduation from an accredited MA programExperience :One-year clinical experience in primary care or outpatient setting preferredKnowledge of insurance verification, medical billing, and front desk workflowsSkills :Strong communication and organizational skillsProficient in EMR system (AdvancedMD)Ability to multitask and work collaboratively in a fast-paced environmentProfessional, patient-centered attitude with attention to detailWork Schedule :
Full-time Monday – Friday 8am – 5pmSchedule flexibility required; potential for four 10-hour days per week as the clinic grows