CMA Jobs in Centralia, WA

A Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) plays a critical role in the nursing industry by providing both clinical and administrative assistance to healthcare professionals. They perform a wide range of tasks including recording patient history, preparing patients for examinations, drawing blood, administering medications, and ensuring the cleanliness of examination rooms. In addition, they handle administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, managing patient records, and billing. For this reason, they are indispensable in ensuring the smooth running of healthcare facilities like hospitals and clinics.

To become a CMA, one must have graduated from an accredited medical assisting program, passed the CMA Certification Examination, and maintain their certification with continuing education. Important skills for a CMA include strong communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, technical skills, and a good understanding of medical terminology. Prior to becoming a CMA, an individual might have roles such as a medical secretary, a nursing assistant, or a phlebotomist; these positions provide valuable experience in both the administrative and clinical aspects of healthcare.

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Medical Assistant Certified PRN CRC

  • Amergis
  • Centralia, WA
  • 15 days ago
  • Centralia, WA
  • 15 days ago

Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Medical Assistant responsible for performing duties under the direction of a physician to assist in the examination and treatment of patients. Minimum...

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Certified Medical Assistant ($5,000 Sign-On Bonus)

  • Kinwell
  • Olympia, WA (16 miles from Centralia, WA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Olympia, WA (16 miles from Centralia, WA)
  • 17 days ago

What you'll bring: Certification as a Medical Assistant (CMA) by time of hire....

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Certified Medical Assistant - Psych

  • Amergis
  • Centralia, WA
  • 21 days ago
  • Centralia, WA
  • 21 days ago

Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Medical Assistant responsible for performing duties under the direction of a physician to assist in the examination and treatment of patients. Minimum...

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Medical Assistant Certified - PRN

  • Amergis Healthcare Staffing
  • Centralia, WA
  • 22 days ago
  • Centralia, WA
  • 22 days ago

Amergis Healthcare Staffing is seeking a Medical Assistant responsible for performing duties under the direction of a physician to assist in the examination and treatment of patients. Minimum...

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Per Diem Certified Medical Assistant

  • Kinwell
  • Olympia, WA (16 miles from Centralia, WA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Olympia, WA (16 miles from Centralia, WA)
  • 25 days ago

Certification as a Medical Assistant (CMA) by time of hire....

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Medical Assistant -Certified (MA-C)

  • 002 Sea Mar Community Health Centers
  • Olympia, WA (16 miles from Centralia, WA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Olympia, WA (16 miles from Centralia, WA)
  • 30+ days ago

We are recruiting for the following position: Sea Mar is a mandatory COVID-19 and flu vaccine organization Medical Assistant - Certified (MA-C) The Medical Assistant-Certified (MA-C) supports providers...

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Certified Medical Assistant Float ($5,000 Sign-On Bonus + Pay Differential)

  • Kinwell
  • Olympia, WA (16 miles from Centralia, WA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Olympia, WA (16 miles from Centralia, WA)
  • 60+ days ago

What you'll bring: Certification as a Medical Assistant (CMA) by time of hire....

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Medical Assistant Certified

  • Sea Mar Community Health Centers
  • Olympia, WA (16 miles from Centralia, WA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Olympia, WA (16 miles from Centralia, WA)
  • 90+ days ago

We are recruiting for the following position: Sea Mar is a mandatory COVID-19 and flu vaccine organization Medical Assistant Certified - Posting #26737 Hourly Rate: $23.39 Position Summary: Full-Time...

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Salary for CMA Jobs in Centralia, WA

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Highest Education Level

CMAs in Centralia, WA offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
29.2%
Associate's Degree
23.5%
Bachelor's Degree
22.4%
High School or GED
16.4%
Master's Degree
4.3%
Doctorate Degree
2.2%
Some College
1.5%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by CMAs in Centralia, WA
Less than 1 year
61.2%
None
20.2%
2-4 years
17.7%
1-2 years
0.9%


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