Medical Assistant

Wallace • Portland, OR

6d • $25 - $33 • Onsite

About The Position

Wallace is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant (Level 1) to support healthcare providers and deliver high-quality, patient-centered care. As an integral member of the clinical team, the Medical Assistant helps ensure patients receive compassionate, efficient, and coordinated care throughout their healthcare journey. The role includes managing the patient care experience, supporting exams and procedures, performing diagnostic testing, assisting with medications and immunizations, coordinating follow-up care, and maintaining patient records in the electronic medical record.

This is a full-time position with a Monday–Friday schedule and variable shifts between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. The position is located at 18633 SE Stark St., Portland, Oregon. An evening shift differential applies to hours worked between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m. Pay is $25.00–$33.00 per hour, depending on experience. Employees who pass a language proficiency test are eligible for an additional $1.25 per hour under Wallace’s bilingual pay policy.

Wallace is a nonprofit Federally Qualified Health Center that provides medical, dental, and behavioral health services to its multicultural community, with a focus on improving community health outcomes and supporting the whole person. The organization describes itself as an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Requirements

• Certification as a Medical Assistant from a nationally recognized program, or be on track to obtain certification within three months of hire.
• Current BLS certification.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Strong computer skills, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Pass a pre-employment background check.

Nice To Haves

• Fluency in Spanish; preferred but not required.
• Experience in a primary care medical setting.
• A commitment to helping clients who face barriers to healthcare.
• Familiarity with OCHIN Epic.
• HIPAA familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full patient care experience.
• Document patient history and vital signs.
• Provide follow-up instructions and assist with referrals.
• Support providers during examinations and procedures.
• Perform CLIA-waived diagnostic testing and accurately document results in the electronic medical record.
• Provide basic first aid under the supervision and direction of a healthcare provider.
• Assist with immunizations, injections, and medication administration.
• Monitor patients’ prescriptions and help ensure they receive the medications they need.
• Coordinate follow-up appointments and support timely access to ongoing care.
• Maintain patient files in the electronic medical record.
• Participate in daily huddles with the care team.
• Collaborate with the Nursing Manager and Lead Medical Assistant to support safe and efficient medication management processes.
• Perform medical office and administrative duties to support efficient clinic operations.
• Respond to patients by phone.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Short-term disability insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance
• AD&D insurance
• Flexible/dependent care spending accounts
• 401(k) program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Eligibility as an employer for Loan Repayment and Public Service Loan Forgiveness Programs
• Bilingual pay increase of $1.25 per hour for employees who pass the language proficiency test
• Evening shift differential of 1.5 times the base pay rate for hours worked between 6 p.m. and 8 p.m.

What This Job Offers

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