Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - MD037
About The Position
The Certified Medical Assistant is responsible for performing daily administrative tasks as well as assisting in minor clinical procedures to keep clinic running smoothly. If you are a motivated and dedicated Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) looking for an opportunity to contribute to an organization making a positive impact, we want to hear from you! At NARA Northwest, you’ll find a supportive work environment where every team member is valued and respected. Whether you’re passionate about healthcare, behavioral health, education, or social services, there’s a place for you to make a meaningful difference.
Requirements
- Either High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certification required.
- Certified as a Medical Assistant in the State of Oregon.
- Minimum two years recent paid experience performing the responsibilities noted above.
- Must have CPR certification annually.
- Ability to maintain professional boundaries with clients, the community, and other staff members.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment or for cause drug tests.
- Ability to pass criminal background and DMV checks.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working within the Native American/Alaska Native community is considered a plus.
Responsibilities
- Prepare clients for treatment procedures or examinations.
- Obtain pertinent information regarding visit, takes vital signs (height, weight, blood pressure) and record in medical chart, and takes urine samples when indicated.
- Perform or prepare for procedures such as EKGs, phlebotomy, injections, and hearing or vision tests.
- Perform CLIA-waived laboratory tests, such as urinalysis, urine HGB or HCG, rapid strep, and blood glucose.
- Maintain stock supplies for clinic exam rooms.
- Clean examination rooms after each use and prepare room for next client.
- Complete all necessary reports or documents.
- Order supplies and vaccines.
- Make all referral appointments.
Benefits
- 14 Paid Holidays: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Battle of Little Big Horn, Independence Day, Labor Day, Native American Day, Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, day after Thanksgiving, and December 25th!
- Employees working 20 hours, or more are eligible for benefits. Benefits are effective from the 1st of the month following the date of hire.
- Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance through Kaiser Permanente
- 14 Paid Holidays (Listed Above)
- 13 Paid Days of Sick Time
- 13 Paid Days of PTO (Vacation accruals increase with years of service to a maximum of 26 days)
- $50,000 Life Insurance & AD&D
- Short Term and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Account
- Health Spending Account
- 401(k) with 4% Match
- Employee Assistance Program
- Inclement Weather Days (Snow Days)
- Public Student Loan Forgiveness -NARA NW is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit, FQHC
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
