Clinical Medical Assistant Jobs at Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic with Visa Sponsorship
Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic hires Clinical Medical Assistants across its network of community health centers, supporting underserved populations in the Pacific Northwest. The organization has a track record of sponsoring international workers in this role, with experience navigating employment-based Green Card pathways and temporary work visa categories.
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Certified Medical Assistant
Astoria, OR
Employment duration: Full time
Exempt Status: Non-exempt
Offer Relocation?: No
ID: 15496
Join our team as a Certified Medical Assistant at Coastal Family Health Center, in Astoria, OR! Be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical care. At Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, we believe you are more than a Medical Assistant, and we are more than a job! We've transformed into a leading community health center in the Pacific Northwest with 40+ clinics across Washington and Oregon. We offer a wide range of services such as medical, dental, pharmacy, orthodontia, nutritional counseling, autism screening, and behavioral health. Our holistic model also extends assistance to shelter, energy, weatherization, HIV and AIDS counseling, home visits, and mobile medical/dental clinics. Explore our short clips, "are Yakima - WE are Family" and "," for a glimpse into our dedication to our communities, health, and families.
Position Highlights:
- $27.60-$40.64/hour DOE
- Additional Pay for your bilingual skills!
- $4,250.00 Hiring/Retention Bonus Structure:
+ At Hire: $1,275.00
+ At 180 days (6 months): $1,700.00
+ At 12 months: $1,275.00
- Bonus will be pro-rated based on Full Time Equivalency (FTE)
Benefits:
- 100% employer-paid health insurance including medical, dental, vision, Rx, 24/7 telemedicine
- Profit sharing & 403(b) retirement plan available
- Generous PTO, 8 paid holidays, and much more!
What You’ll Do:
- Maintain and update patient medical records, including vital signs, treatments, and medications, and review immunization records.
- Prepare for patient visits by reviewing files, ensuring necessary reports are available, and collaborating with Providers for efficient scheduling and continuity of care.
- Prepare and maintain exam rooms, explain procedures to patients, provide education and coaching, respond to patient questions and concerns, and assist physicians during exams and procedures.
- Collect and prepare lab specimens, administer medication, and perform other assigned clinical responsibilities.
Qualifications
- Minimum high school diploma or
- Completion of either an accredited medical assisting program from CAAHEP or ABHES (720 Medical Assistant training hours, including 160-hour externship), an approved apprentice program, 720 hours of Medical Assistant college education, equivalent military training, or current MA or eligibility for certification.
- One year’s experience as a CMA is preferred.
- CPR certification.
- National credential from AAMA, AMT, NHA, or NCCT within 90 days of hire.
- Medical knowledge for understanding theories, reasons, and technical aspects of medicine.
- Strong people skills to handle diverse personalities, backgrounds, and situations.
- Excellent multitasking ability to manage varied workloads.
- Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Epic, and EMR.
Our Mission Statement
“Together we transform our communities through compassionate, individualized care, eliminating barriers to health and well-being.”
Our mission celebrates inclusivity. We are committed to equal-opportunity employment.
Contact us at jobs@yvfwc.org to learn more about this opportunity!
Job Brief
Certified Medical Assistant
Astoria, OR
Employment duration: Full time
Exempt Status: Non-exempt
Offer Relocation?: No
ID: 15496
Join our team as a Certified Medical Assistant at Coastal Family Health Center, in Astoria, OR! Be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical care. At Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, we believe you are more than a Medical Assistant, and we are more than a job! We've transformed into a leading community health center in the Pacific Northwest with 40+ clinics across Washington and Oregon. We offer a wide range of services such as medical, dental, pharmacy, orthodontia, nutritional counseling, autism screening, and behavioral health. Our holistic model also extends assistance to shelter, energy, weatherization, HIV and AIDS counseling, home visits, and mobile medical/dental clinics. Explore our short clips, "are Yakima - WE are Family" and "," for a glimpse into our dedication to our communities, health, and families.
Position Highlights:
- $27.60-$40.64/hour DOE
- Additional Pay for your bilingual skills!
- $4,250.00 Hiring/Retention Bonus Structure:
+ At Hire: $1,275.00
+ At 180 days (6 months): $1,700.00
+ At 12 months: $1,275.00
- Bonus will be pro-rated based on Full Time Equivalency (FTE)
Benefits:
- 100% employer-paid health insurance including medical, dental, vision, Rx, 24/7 telemedicine
- Profit sharing & 403(b) retirement plan available
- Generous PTO, 8 paid holidays, and much more!
What You’ll Do:
- Maintain and update patient medical records, including vital signs, treatments, and medications, and review immunization records.
- Prepare for patient visits by reviewing files, ensuring necessary reports are available, and collaborating with Providers for efficient scheduling and continuity of care.
- Prepare and maintain exam rooms, explain procedures to patients, provide education and coaching, respond to patient questions and concerns, and assist physicians during exams and procedures.
- Collect and prepare lab specimens, administer medication, and perform other assigned clinical responsibilities.
Qualifications
- Minimum high school diploma or
- Completion of either an accredited medical assisting program from CAAHEP or ABHES (720 Medical Assistant training hours, including 160-hour externship), an approved apprentice program, 720 hours of Medical Assistant college education, equivalent military training, or current MA or eligibility for certification.
- One year’s experience as a CMA is preferred.
- CPR certification.
- National credential from AAMA, AMT, NHA, or NCCT within 90 days of hire.
- Medical knowledge for understanding theories, reasons, and technical aspects of medicine.
- Strong people skills to handle diverse personalities, backgrounds, and situations.
- Excellent multitasking ability to manage varied workloads.
- Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Epic, and EMR.
Our Mission Statement
“Together we transform our communities through compassionate, individualized care, eliminating barriers to health and well-being.”
Our mission celebrates inclusivity. We are committed to equal-opportunity employment.
Contact us at jobs@yvfwc.org to learn more about this opportunity!
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Certify Your CMA Credentials Before Applying
Washington State employers in community health settings expect active certification from AAMA or NCCT before extending an offer. Get your credentials verified and transcripts ready before you reach the offer stage, since sponsorship timelines depend on clean documentation from day one.
Target Clinic Locations With Active Openings
Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic operates sites across eastern Washington and Oregon. Applying to multiple locations simultaneously increases your chances, since hiring decisions happen at the site level and some locations fill roles faster than others.
Understand How TN Status Works for This Role
Canadian and Mexican nationals with a Medical Laboratory Technologist or related listed TN profession should confirm with the employer whether Clinical Medical Assistant duties align with a qualifying TN category before the offer is finalized, since misclassification causes delays at the port of entry.
Ask About EB-3 Sponsorship During Offer Negotiations
For EB-2 or EB-3 Green Card sponsorship, PERM labor certification requires the employer to test the job market first. Raise this early in the offer conversation so your hiring contact can loop in HR, since PERM timelines average 12 to 18 months before an I-140 petition can be filed.
Use Migrate Mate to Find Open CMA Roles
Browsing Clinical Medical Assistant openings at visa-sponsoring employers is faster when listings are filtered by sponsorship type. Use Migrate Mate to identify active Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic postings and see which visa categories align with the specific role before you submit your application.
Confirm OPT or CPT Eligibility With Your DSO Early
F-1 students pursuing Clinical Medical Assistant roles through OPT must secure a job offer in a field directly related to their program before their EAD start date. Coordinate with your Designated School Official at least 90 days before your program end date to avoid gaps in work authorization.
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Does Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic sponsor H-1B visas for Clinical Medical Assistants?
H-1B sponsorship for Clinical Medical Assistant roles is uncommon because the position does not consistently meet the specialty occupation standard requiring a specific bachelor's degree. Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic's sponsorship for this function tends to focus on employment-based Green Card pathways like EB-3 and temporary categories such as TN and F-1 OPT, which are better suited to the credential profile of most CMA applicants.
How do I apply for Clinical Medical Assistant jobs at Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic?
Applications go through Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic's careers portal, where you can filter by role and location across their Washington and Oregon sites. You can also browse current Clinical Medical Assistant openings filtered by visa sponsorship type on Migrate Mate, which makes it easier to identify active listings and confirm which visa categories the employer supports before you apply.
Which visa types are commonly used for Clinical Medical Assistant roles at Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic?
The most common pathways for Clinical Medical Assistants at this organization are EB-3 employment-based Green Card sponsorship, F-1 OPT for recent graduates, F-1 CPT for students completing clinical externships, and TN status for qualifying Canadian and Mexican nationals. EB-3 is the primary route for candidates seeking permanent residence, while OPT provides a bridge for F-1 graduates during early employment.
What qualifications does Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic expect for Clinical Medical Assistant roles?
Most openings require a Medical Assistant diploma or certificate from an accredited program, along with active AAMA or NCCT certification. Bilingual proficiency in Spanish is a significant advantage given the organization's mission serving farmworker and Latino communities in the Yakima Valley. Prior clinical experience in a community health or federally qualified health center setting strengthens your application considerably.
How long does the sponsorship process take for a Clinical Medical Assistant at Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic?
Timeline depends heavily on visa type. F-1 OPT authorization typically takes 90 days after your DSO submits the application to USCIS, so apply early. EB-3 Green Card sponsorship requires PERM labor certification first, which averages 12 to 18 months, followed by the I-140 petition and, for many countries, a wait for visa number availability. TN status for Canadians can be granted same-day at the port of entry.
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