Certified Medical Assistant

Tri-Cities Community Health • Pasco, WA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

In 1981, Tri-Cities Community Health (TCCH) was founded by five visionary women to provide quality, accessible healthcare to migrant and farm workers. As a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), TCCH operates six clinical sites in Pasco, Kennewick, Richland, and neighboring cities, offering comprehensive primary care services to underserved populations. Services include dental care, optometry, pharmacy, behavioral health, and endocrinology, with continuous expansion. TCCH also connects patients to vital social services like WIC and Maternal Support Services and delivers prescribed medication directly to their doorstep. The organization's core values are Quality, Respect, and Service. TCCH is currently expanding and actively recruiting Certified Medical Assistants (CMAs) to join its Care Team at the Kennewick Primary and Dental Care site. They are seeking passionate, driven individuals who align with their values and are eager to make a meaningful impact on the well-being of their patients. Certified Medical Assistants play a vital role in patient care across various nursing areas, entrusted with delivering safe and precise patient care and offering valuable support to medical, nursing, and all company personnel engaged in patient care services.

Requirements

• Minimum high school diploma or GED
• Current Certified Medical Assistant license from the State of Washington required
• Must have or obtain current CPR certification within three (3) months of hire

Nice To Haves

• Minimum one (1) year of experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate the skills and judgment necessary to provide direct and non-direct care to patients under the direct supervision of licensed personnel
• Maintain up-to-date certification and medical knowledge
• Efficiently operate Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system
• Attend all required safety training programs and describe responsibilities related to general safety, department/service safety, and specific job-related hazards
• Follow the organization’s exposure control plans and bloodborne and airborne pathogens protocol
• Upkeep departmental supplies and inventory
• Demonstrate respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment
• Work on a team toward surpassing departmental goals and objectives across multiple departments and facilities
• Assumes all other duties and responsibilities as assigned and authorized by RCW 18.360 and WAC 246-827
• Carry out all other duties as assigned

Benefits

• A flexible schedule for creating a healthy work-life balance
• Competitive pay for highly qualified individuals
• Benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement with employer match, and paid sick/vacation time
• CME reimbursement for licensed employees
• Conveniently located within a 3-4 hour drive to major metropolitan areas such as Seattle, Portland, Spokane, and Coeur d’Alene
• Conveniently located between major outdoor recreational hubs such as Mount Rainier National Park, White Pass/Bluewood/Schweitzer Ski Resorts, Snoqualmie/Palouse/Multnomah Falls, wine country, and more!
• Flexible scheduling
• Excellent benefits
• Fulfilling work-life balance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees