About this opportunity:

We are looking for a team member who is passionate about serving and caring for our community of patients, has great attention to detail, and loves working on a team. Our certified medical assistants will:

• Prepare patients for examination and treatment.
• Take patient histories and vital signs.
• Document information accurately using appropriate forms and charting format in health care information records.
• Perform intake procedures and assist providers with patients.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Assist with patient follow‑up activities, including referrals, recall, and other patient needs.
• Work closely with other team members and support the clinic with other needs as identified by the supervisor.

Position details:

• Starting wage of $21-$24.15
• High School Diploma or GED
• Active and unencumbered Medical Assistant Certification or Registration through an accredited agency (CCMA, RMA, CMA, etc.).
• Bilingual in English/Spanish required.
• Previous experience as a Medical Assistant is preferred, but we are willing to train new Medical Assistants.
• Ability to successfully pass a background check for the position.
• This job requires that you be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Benefits:

• Employer-provided medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement insurance
• Ten paid holidays
• Flexible paid leave and/or cash-out options
• Retention bonuses to reward commitment to our mission

About YNHS:

If you are a mission-driven team player with a passion for quality and compassion for the underserved, YNHS is the place for you.

With over 350 valued employees and 19 years of HRSA funding in primary care, behavioral health integration, quality improvement, and more, we serve over 90,000 patients annually. 

Our patients are as diverse as our community and anyone is welcome, including migrant and seasonal farm workers, residents in public housing, and those experiencing homelessness. Our commitment to serving the underserved extends throughout our local communities, with targeted outreach to even the most remote areas of our valley. As a Community Health Center, at least half of our volunteer Board of Directors are users of our services. This governance model keeps us focused on the needs of our patients and the community. 

If you are seeking a fulfilling career, with a rewarding work-life balance that can provide tangible improvements in the lives of those in need, join our team today!

Yakima Neighborhood Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity in the workplace and are committed to an inclusive work environment.