Care Coordinator Medical Assistant

Job TitleUnity Care NW is seeking a Care Coordinator Medical Assistant to provide and coordinate medical care in an outpatient setting following a patient-centered, primary care model.Compensation: Non-exempt/hourly. The standard wage range for this role is $26.47 to $31.11 per hour. It may be possible to earn more over time up to $35.75 per hour. Currently offering a Sign-On Bonus of $2,000 prorated by Full-time Equivalency (FTE) and subject to 2-year payback clause.Work Schedule: Full time (40 hours per week). Schedule is Monday-Friday working five 8-hour days. Day shifts only.Who 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 over 300 caring and compassionate employees, our mission is to increase the years of healthy life in the people & communities we serve.What We ValueRespect, Integrity, Accountability, Collaboration, Innovation. We 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 SummaryThe Care Coordinator Medical Assistant provides and coordinates medical care in an outpatient setting following a patient-centered, primary care model. Primary responsibilities and duties include:In-basket management tasksMaintaining compliance with contracted controlled substance medications through Compass Rose Enrollment WorkflowsAddressing and closing health maintenance care gapsPerforming tasks for internal referralsSetting up for tele-med appointmentsWhat We OfferA friendly and collaborative team environment, meaningful, mission-oriented work making an impact on your community, a competitive compensation and benefits package.Generous Benefits Including:Medical, dental & vision insurance401(K) retirement plan with employer match after 1 year of eligibilityPaid Time Off (108 hours Year One, 156 hours Year Two & further increases thereafter)6 paid holidaysPaid Sick LeaveOther paid leaves for Bereavement, Jury Duty & Bone Marrow & Organ TransplantLife/Accidental Death & Dismemberment insuranceContinuing Education for MAs with current national 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 https://bit.ly/3XBG5s2Optional insurances including: Supplementary Life/AD&D, Short Term and Long Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Travel & Identity Theft ProtectionFlexible spending accountsSelf-funded Health Savings Account on Base Medical Insurance PlanEmployee Assistance ProgramAlternative Transportation IncentivesHealth Living reimbursementUnique programs including Medical Hardship payroll loans, Employee Referral Bonuses, Will preparation services & Will preparation servicesRequirements:Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant education programMedical Assistant-Certified License from the WA State Department of Health (or be eligible to obtain one) - licensing requirements can be viewed at Medical Assistant - Credentialing Information | Washington State Department of HealthPreferred Qualifications:Two years of MA experience with outpatient clinic responsibilitiesCurrent MA certification through the AAMA, NCMA or other association that certifies MAs that's accepted by the WA State Department of Health for receiving an MA-Certified licenseA strong interest in working with a diverse patient populationMulti-lingual communicationSelf-directed with problem solving and analysis skillsProficient with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel; Electronic Medical Records; scheduling systems; timeclock systems; learning management systems; and programs for creating & distributing surveysQualified candidates with applicable experience or qualifications are encouraged to apply!Unity Care NW has an Employee Health Program for the safety of our patients and staff. The program requires all new employees to have up to date vaccines for influenza and strongly encourages up to date vaccines for COVID-19. More information about this program is provided throughout the recruitment process.