Bilingual Clinical Support Associate — Patient Care

Planned Parenthood Columbia Willamette; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

Planned Parenthood Columbia Willamette is seeking a full-time clinical assistant to support patients through visits, room patients, take vital signs, and assist providers during exams. You’ll help with lab work, prepare rooms, and ensure patients feel informed and at ease.

We value strong teamwork and adaptability in a fast-paced clinical setting. Bilingual Spanish is preferred; schedule includes a consistent 37.5-hour work week at the Northeast Health Center – Family Planning.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of customer service or high-volume environment experience.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse patients and coworkers.
• Comfort working independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Room patients, take vital signs, and prepare them for visits.
• Support providers during exams and procedures.
• Assist with lab work, including specimen collection and processing.
• Clean, stock, and prepare exam rooms and instruments.
• Answer patient questions and help them feel informed and at ease.
• Work closely with the team to keep the clinic running smoothly.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EHR familiarity

Job description

Planned Parenthood Columbia Willamette is seeking a full-time clinical assistant to support patients through visits, room patients, take vital signs, and assist providers during exams. You’ll help with lab work, prepare rooms, and ensure patients feel informed and at ease.

We value strong teamwork and adaptability in a fast-paced clinical setting. Bilingual Spanish is preferred; schedule includes a consistent 37.5-hour work week at the Northeast Health Center – Family Planning.