Medical Assistant - Credentialed for General Surgery & Burn Specialists in North Portland

The Oregon Clinic • Portland, OR

2d • $25 - $41 • Onsite

About The Position

The Oregon Clinic is hiring a full-time Credentialed Medical Assistant for its General Surgery & Burn Specialists Clinic in North Portland, located at Legacy Emanuel Medical Office Building 2. The role is 36 hours per week and supports surgeons and a patient-focused team in delivering individualized, high-value care with kindness and empathy. The clinic handles a high volume of burn and wound care. Typical hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with a rotating half-day each week to balance personal needs.

The Medical Assistant provides patient rooming and clinical support, assists with minor office procedures, coordinates referrals and appointments, maintains records, and backs up teammates as needed. The position requires national Medical Assistant certification and CPR/BLS within 60 days of hire. Prior Medical Assistant and EMR experience are strongly preferred; Epic experience is a plus.

The Oregon Clinic describes itself as Oregon’s largest physician-owned, multi-specialty medical and surgical practice, with 1,500 team members across 30 specialties and its business office. It emphasizes excellence, compassionate connection, inclusive collaboration, humble listening, integrity, patient-focused care, and workplace safety. Employment offers are contingent on successful drug and background screenings.

Requirements

• Certification through a national agency such as AAMA or NCCT is required.
• Current CPR/BLS certification within 60 days of hire.
• Demonstrated ability to initiate work independently and prioritize tasks.
• Excellent attendance and work ethic.
• Positive attitude and desire to be a team player.
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with patients, physicians, and other team members.
• Commitment to patient-focused care, privacy, and safety.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of previous Medical Assistant experience is strongly preferred.
• Specialty experience and strong interpersonal skills are a plus.
• Prior Electronic Medical Record (EMR) experience is strongly preferred.
• Epic experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and obtain vital signs, accurate histories, and medication lists.
• Provide high-volume burn and wound care, including daily dressing changes.
• Assist surgeons with minor office procedures.
• Coordinate outgoing referrals and ensure loop closure.
• Schedule appointments for new and established patients.
• Back up team members and provide other support as needed.
• Update records as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Employee is 100% covered for medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance.
• Generous 401(k) plan.
• Flexible Spending Account options.
• Paid Time Off.
• Eight paid holidays annually.
• Wellness program and employee assistance services.
• 70% of Tri-Met transit pass covered.
• Employee discounts.
• Optional benefits such as pet insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed