CMA Jobs in Kennewick, 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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Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) OB - Women's Health

  • LifePoint Hospitals
  • Kennewick, WA
  • 4 days ago
  • Kennewick, WA
  • 4 days ago

Job Title: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) OB/Women's Health Job Type: FT Days Wage: $21.56-$28.02 Non Union Position Your experience matters Trios Health - is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified...

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Certified Medical Assistant

  • YAKIMA VALLEY FARM WORKERS CLINIC
  • Kennewick, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Kennewick, WA
  • 5 days ago

What Youll Do: Maintain accurate and uptodate patient records, including medical histories, vital signs, treatments, medications, immunizations, and lab documentation in the EMR Prepare for patient...

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Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) OB - Womens Health

  • Lifepoint Careers
  • Kennewick, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Kennewick, WA
  • 5 days ago

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) OB/Women's Health Job Type: FT Days Wage: $21.56-$28.02 Non Union Position Your experience matters Trios Health - is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare...

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Certified Medical Assistant

  • Tri-Cities Community Health
  • Kennewick, WA
  • 8 days ago
  • Kennewick, WA
  • 8 days ago

OPPORTUNITY TCCH is growing and actively recruiting Certified Medical Assistants (CMAs) to join our Care Team at our Kennewick Primary and Dental Care site....

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Medical Assistant - Certified (Tri-Cities 0.75FTE)

  • Seattle Children's Hospital
  • Kennewick, WA
  • 29 days ago
  • Kennewick, WA
  • 29 days ago

Required Education and Experience High School Diploma or equivalent experience Required Credentials Current Medical Assistant - Certified designation by Washington Department of Health (DOH)....

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Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) FM Residency

  • Trios Health
  • Kennewick, WA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kennewick, WA
  • 30+ days ago

Job Title: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) FM Residency Job Type: FT Days Wage: $21.56-$28.02 Non Union Your experience matters Trios Health - is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare...

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Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Internal Medicine

  • LifePoint Hospitals
  • Kennewick, WA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Kennewick, WA
  • 30+ days ago

Job Title: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Job Type: FT Days Wage: $21.56-$28.02 Non Union Your experience matters Trios Health - is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network...

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Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Clinic PRN

  • LifePoint Hospitals
  • Kennewick, WA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Kennewick, WA
  • 60+ days ago

Job Title: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Job Type: PRN Days Wage: $21.56-$28.02 Non Union Your experience matters: Trios Health is a 111-bed hospital located in Kennewick, WA, and is part of Lifepoint...

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Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Wound Care

  • LifePoint Hospitals
  • Kennewick, WA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Kennewick, WA
  • 60+ days ago

Job Title: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Wound Care Job Type: FT Days Up to $4,000 Commitment bonus Wage: $21.56-$28.02 Non Union Your experience matters: Trios Health is a 111-bed hospital located...

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Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) FM Residency

  • LifePoint Hospitals
  • Kennewick, WA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Kennewick, WA
  • 90+ days ago

Job Title: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Job Type: FT Days $4,000 - Sign-on/Commitment Bonus Hourly Wage: $21.56 - $28.02 per hour About Us Trios Health is a 111-bed hospital located in Kennewick...

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Medical Assistant Certified (CMA) Clinic

  • LifePoint Hospitals
  • Kennewick, WA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Kennewick, WA
  • 90+ days ago

Job Title: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Job Type: FT Days Up to $4,000 Commitment bonus Wage: $21.56-$28.02 Non Union Your experience matters: Trios Health is a 111-bed hospital located in Kennewick...

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Salary for CMA Jobs in Kennewick, WA

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Highest Education Level

CMAs in Kennewick, 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 Kennewick, WA
Less than 1 year
61.2%
None
20.2%
2-4 years
17.7%
1-2 years
0.9%


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