Medical Assistant

Multnomah County • Gresham, OR

5d • $26 - $32

About The Position

THIS WORK MATTERS! This is an Open to fill recruitment; which means the job posting will close once we have hired our new team members. So apply immediately! This job posting will be used to fill all our Integrated Health Clinics at the below locations: 1. Rockwood, 2020 SE 182nd Ave Portland, OR 97233 2. East County, 600 NE 8th Street Gresham, 3rd floor, OR 97030 3. Mid County Clinic 12710 SE Division St, Portland, OR 97236 4. La Clinica de Buena Salud, 6736 NE Killingsworth St Portland, OR 97218 5. North Portland Health Center, 9000 NE Lombard St Portland, OR 97203 6. Northeast Health Center, 5329 NE MLK Jr Blvd Portland, OR 97211 7. Southeast Health Center, 3653 SE 34th Ave Portland, OR 97202 8. Health Service Center, 619 NW 6th Avenue, 3rd Floor Portland, OR 97209 Please indicate which location you would like to work at on your resume or cover letter. The Medical Assistant provides clinical support to the patient care team directed towards the prevention of disease and promotion of health using professional clinical support for quality patient care. This position works as part of a care delivery team and works closely with physicians and mid-level providers and other team members to help ensure the delivery of high quality patient care. Multnomah County offers an exceptional benefits package, including employer-funded retirement savings; health and dental insurance at very low cost to full-time employees and their dependents; paid parental leave; wellness programs; a focus on work-life balance; and much more. Find more details on our benefits website.

Requirements

• Education: Requires graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant training program.
• OR Certification: Certification through a nationally recognized Medical Assistant certification program, such as AAMA, AMT, NCCT, or CCMA. Candidates hired will be expected to become certified after hire. Uncertified Medical Assistants will start 3% below the beginning wage listed. If you do not have the certification you must have a diploma from an accredited Medical Assistant training program
• Other: CPR certification is required (valid CPR certification must be provided upon hire)
• Depending upon assignment, candidates may be required to pass a criminal background check, including fingerprinting.
• Attach a Resume demonstrating you meeting minimum qualifications; AND
• Copy of Medical Assistant Certification. If you're uncertified, please attach a copy of your diploma from a Medical Assistant program.
• Attach a Cover Letter addressing the following: Demonstrate your leadership experience in a multicultural and diverse team; and How do you meet the qualifications for this position; and Why are you interested in the position

Responsibilities

• Provide Patient follow-up (i.e.: after visit instructions, setting appointments, patient education, communicate normal lab results and reminder phone calls)
• Support back office clinic flow and time management for providers.
• Prepare patients for exams and procedures.
• Review immunizations, forecast and administer immunizations for clients of all ages.
• Perform medical treatments such as simple would care, ear irrigations, suture removal and fluoride treatments.
• Ensure the exam room is stocked, cleaned and ready for use.
• Provide back-up lab duties including phlebotomy and processing labs.
• Complete assigned Quality Control/Assurance activities
• Provide back-up to the preventative MA.

What This Job Offers

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