Volunteer CMA (Certified Medical Assistant)

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About Us

The Borland Free Clinic is the only free clinic in Washington County and the only free clinic that sees both children and adults within Clackamas County. We aim to address the primary care needs of the uninsured and underinsured members of our community, as well as those who are falling through the insurance gap.

Position Description

A CMA is responsible for assisting healthcare providers during clinic hours. The position offers a healthcare-directed volunteer the unique opportunity to receive mentoring from experienced providers.

Schedule

The CMA should be available on clinic days (Monday and/or Thursday) during clinic hours (3:00-7:00 pm). The medical CMA should also be able to arrive at the clinic early to prepare for patients and potentially stay after the clinic to finish up documentation with providers.

Qualifications

• Needs to already be certified. Unfortunately, the clinic does not have the resources to train students pursuing a CMA.
  
• Organized, thorough, accurate and conscientious
  
• Be able to be compassionate and welcoming towards underserved community members
  

Specific Responsibilities

• Accompany the provider or nurse during the office visit with the patient and be present for the duration of the visit with the exception of parts of the physical examination
  
• The volunteer will be trained on the Athena EMR