Medical Assistant - Credentialed or Non-Credentialed for Dermatology in NW Portland

The Oregon Clinic • Portland, OR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Join The Oregon Clinic as a full-time Credentialed Medical Assistant or Non-Credentialed Medical Assistant in our thriving Dermatology Clinic located in Northwest Portland. You will work alongside a collaborative team of patient-focused colleagues and physicians, delivering world-class care with kindness and empathy. This role focuses on providing patients and stakeholders with a consistent, efficient, and easy experience, ensuring the highest value care tailored to patient needs. You will utilize excellent customer service and communication skills to assist medical staff, collect information, escort patients, prepare them for examination, assist with procedures, perform specialty-related tests/monitoring, schedule appointments, update records, and assist with overall patient care delivery in the department. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of one (1) year of previous experience as a Medical Assistant is preferred.
• Certification through a national agency such as AAMA, NCCT, etc. is strongly preferred.
• Medical Assistants must be certified within 90 days.
• Current CPR/BLS within 60 days of hire.
• Knowledgeable in medication administration, wound care, specimen collection and handling, and patient education.
• Experienced in assisting with biopsies, minor surgical procedures, and maintaining sterile technique.
• Skilled at managing clinic flow while providing effective support to physicians and healthcare team members.
• Familiarity with insurance authorizations, referrals, and patient scheduling processes.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and time-management abilities in fast-paced clinical environments.
• 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.
• A commitment to patient-focused care, privacy, and safety.
• Offers are contingent on successful completion of drug and background screenings.

Nice To Haves

• Specialty Care Dermatology experience is a plus!
• New GRADS, MA, and CNAs are Welcome to apply!
• ACLS may be required by specialty.
• Prior Electronic Medical Record (EMR) experience is strongly preferred.
• Epic experience is a plus!

Responsibilities

• Assisting the medical staff by collecting information
• Escorting patients to exam rooms
• Preparing patients for examination
• Assisting with procedures
• Performing specialty-related tests/monitoring
• Scheduling appointments for new and established patients as needed
• Updating records as needed
• Assisting with the overall delivery of patient care in the department
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Healthcare: Employee is 100% covered Medical, Dental, and Prescription Insurance
• Financial Wellbeing: Generous 401(k) plan and Flexible Spending Account options
• Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off plus 9 paid holidays annually
• Wellness Support: Robust wellness program and employee assistance services
• Commuter Benefits: 70% of Tri-Met transit pass covered
• Additional Perks: Employee discounts and optional benefits like Pet Insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED