Medical Assistant - On call

Cowlitz Family Health Center • Longview, WA

4d • $23 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

Cowlitz Family Health Center, a Federally Qualified Health Center, is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to be a vital part of their healthcare team. This role involves working alongside compassionate professionals, providing essential support, and fostering a welcoming environment for patients. The Medical Assistant assists in patient examinations and treatments under the direction of a medical provider, including administering injections, rooming patients, taking vitals, recording chief complaints, and assisting with minor surgeries/procedures. The position requires regular interaction with patients and coworkers, demanding a friendly demeanor, strong decision-making skills, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. Cowlitz Family Health Center offers a wide range of services including medical, dental, family planning, substance abuse treatment, and behavioral health services, emphasizing care for all individuals regardless of background or socio-economic status. The organization is growing and seeks adaptable individuals who share their vision and commitment to exceptional patient service.

Requirements

• Must possess a valid unrestricted WA State Medical Assistant Certification.
• BLS/CPR certification required within 3-6 months of hire.
• High school diploma plus successful completion of a minimum of one academic year of post-secondary education in a medical assisting program from an accredited educational institution.
• Proficient in Medical terminology and medical office procedures.
• Ability to work with a low-income, multi-ethnic patient population and a demonstrated ability to relate respectfully and effectively to people of diverse racial, educational and socio-economic backgrounds.

Nice To Haves

• Associates degree in medical assisting and/or certified medical assistant preferred.
• 1-4 years previous work experience as a Medical Assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a medical provider.
• Assisting Physician/ARNP or RN with direct patient care.
• Administering injections.
• Rooming patients.
• Taking vitals.
• Recording chief complaints.
• Assisting with minor surgeries/procedures with a medical provider.
• Interacting regularly with patients, coworkers, and various other people on a day-to-day basis within the medical clinic.
• Displaying a friendly manner, a commitment to service, strong decision-making skills, and the ability to remain calm under pressure.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree