Medical Assistant - Certified (Full Time & Part Time)

Job Type Full-time, Part-timeDescriptionCompensation:Non-exempt/hourlyFull wage scale is $25.77-$34.81 per hourSign-On Bonus: $2,000 prorated by FTE and subject to 2-year payback clauseWork Schedule:Full time or part-time (at least 30 hours/week required)10-hour days onlyMonday-Friday, occasional SaturdaysDay shifts onlyWho We AreUnity Care NW is a private, non-profit, federally qualified health center that has been proudly and successfully serving the greater Whatcom County area since 1982. With clinics located in Bellingham & Ferndale, we offer comprehensive primary medical, behavioral health and dental care, as well as pharmacy services to a diverse and often underserved patient population of all ages. Employing 300 caring and compassionate employees, our mission is to increase the years of healthy life in the people & communities we serve.What We ValueRespectIntegrityAccountabilityCollaborationInnovationWe have an inclusive culture and strive to demonstrate our Values in Action in all that we do. We value each individual on our team and aim to onboard a diverse workforce of the very best talent, whose ambitions and values align with ours.Job SummaryOur Medical Assistants support daily patient management in our outpatient clinics as part of a multi-disciplinary team. Unity Care NW is committed to a patient-centered care team model that engages patients and their families in their care.Learn more about our MA roles by watching the following videos: UCNW Careers - Medical Assistant - Kristy - YouTube UCNW Careers - Medical Assistant - Monika - YouTube What We OfferA friendly and collaborative team environmentMeaningful, mission-oriented work supporting your communityA culture of inclusivityA competitive compensation packageGenerous Benefits Including:Medical, dental & vision insurance401(K) retirement plan with employer matchPaid Time Off (108 hours Year One, 156 hours Year Two & further increases thereafter)6 paid holidaysPaid Sick Leave accrued at 1 hour per 40 hours paidOther paid leaves including: Bereavement, Jury Duty & Bone Marrow & Organ TransplantLife/AD&D insuranceContinuing Education for MAs with eligible & current board certification ($180 plus 12 hours)Reimbursement of renewal fees for WA State licenseEmployment counts towards eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness - information can be found at insurances including: Supplementary Life/AD&D, Short Term and Long Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Travel & Identity Theft ProtectionFlexible spending accountsEmployee Assistance ProgramAlternative Transportation IncentivesHealth Living reimbursementsMedical Hardship payroll loans, Employee Referral Bonuses, Will preparation services & gym discounts Requirements Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant programMedical Assistant-Certified License from the WA State Department of Health Preferred Qualifications Two years of Medical Assisting experienceExperience in an outpatient clinic serving all ages, including providing immunizationsA strong interest in working with a diverse patient populationCandidates with applicable experience or similar qualifications are encouraged to apply!If you're passionate about everyone having the opportunity to live their healthiest life, please visit our Careers Page to or contact Vicki Curtis, Provider Recruiter, at or . For news on our organization & future job postings, please follow us on LinkedIn at !Unity Care NW has an Employee Health Program for the safety of our patients and staff. The program requires that all employees receive annual flu vaccines. UCNW also requires vaccination against COVID-19 as a vital public health measure that has truly been life-saving. We are proud of the leadership role we've played in protecting our community from this devastating virus.