Medical Assistant Apprentice

Join our team as a Medical Assistant Apprentice at Family Medical Center in Walla Walla, WA, and be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical care! At Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic, we value inclusivity, and we are more than just a job - we are a community committed to the well-being of our migrant farmworkers.

We've transformed into a leading community health center. 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, "WE are Yakima - WE are Family" and "YVFWC - And then we grew" for a glimpse into our dedication to our communities, health, and families.

What We Offer

• $18.52/hour

• 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!

As a Medical Assistant Apprentice, your tasks will include:

• Completion of 2000 hours of on-the-job training with the support and guidance of an experienced MA coach (paid)

• Completion of 410 hours of supplemental coursework, online coursework (unpaid)

• Attend 3 in-person lab days with an expert instructor to practice and demonstrate mastery of hands-on technical skills

• Track and report job hours and skills as needed

• Learn and demonstrate Certified Medical Assistant basics

• Update patient records, prepare for visits, collaborate with providers, educate patients, assist during procedures, manage lab specimens, administer medication, and comply with healthcare regulations

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED

• CPR certification is required within 90 days of hire

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) required. Must demonstrate the ability to communicate at the level 10 on the language proficiency scale to receive bilingual differential.

• Medical knowledge to understand the theories, reasons, and technical aspects of medicine

• Strong people skills to handle different personalities, backgrounds, and personal situations

• Strong multi-tasking ability to handle the variety and pace of work

• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Epic, and EMR

Our mission celebrates diversity. We are committed to equal-opportunity employment.

Contact us at jobs@yvfwc.org to learn more about this opportunity!