Certified Medical Assistant (

Cascadia Health; Oregon (WI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) at Cascadia Health supports a trauma-informed, integrated primary care team at the Garlington Health Center in NE Portland, OR. The CMA helps maintain patient flow, assists with clinical tasks, and enforces infection control to ensure a safe, welcoming clinic.

Duties include rooming patients, measuring vitals, performing point-of-care tests, venipuncture, immunizations, and assisting with procedures.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Current CMA certification by an accredited organization (e.g., AAMA).
• Ability to maintain patient flow in a fast-paced primary care setting.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and prep for examinations, verify information, and document in the EHR.
• Accurately measure vital signs including MAP, BP, pulse, and temperature.
• Perform point-of-care tests and CLIA-waived labs as ordered.
• Conduct venipuncture and collect specimens for transport.
• Administer vaccines and assist providers with procedures.
• Maintain infection control and a clean, stocked clinical environment.

Skills

Vital signs

Venipuncture

Vaccinations

EHR documentation

Infection control

Clinical assistance

Education

Medical Assistant program graduate

CMA certification

Tools

EHR system

Job description

Certified Medical Assistant (

Job Overview

Location/Schedule

This position is based at the Garlington Health Center in NE Portland, OR, and requires frequent travel to other health centers within the Portland metro area. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Position

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Program

Primary Care

Cascadia's Mission and Vision

Mission

Cascadia Health delivers whole health care - integrated mental health and addiction services, primary care, and housing - to promote hope and support the well-being of the communities we serve.

Vision

We envision a community where everyone benefits from whole health care, experiences well-being, and has a self-directed, connected life.

Position Description

The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) plays a vital role in supporting the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care in a trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and integrated primary care environment. The CMA is responsible for maintaining patient flow, assisting providers with clinical tasks, ensuring infection control protocols are followed, and contributing to a safe and welcoming clinic environment. The CMA also performs clinical and administrative duties within their scope of practice and adheres to organizational policies and protocols.

Essential Responsibilities

Clinical Support

• Greet patients, escort them to examination rooms, and prepare them for examinations or procedures, ensuring they feel comfortable and informed. Rooming includes welcoming patients, verifying their information, completing screenings, documenting in the EHR, and preparing the room to ensure a smooth and efficient visit while maintaining a high standard of quality.
• Accurately measure and record vital signs, including height, weight, MAP, blood pressure, pulse, respiratory rate, temperature, and pain level.
• Perform point-of-care testing (e.g., capillary and urine collection, nasal and throat swabs) and CLIA-waived lab procedures as ordered by providers.
• Conduct venipuncture, collect laboratory specimens, prepare specimens for transport, and log results appropriately.
• Administer medications and vaccinations (intramuscular and subcutaneous) under provider direction and within scope.
• Assist providers with clinical procedures, including wound care, dressing changes, suture and staple removal, and basic diagnostic tests (e.g., EKG).
• Relay information to patients as directed by providers, ensuring they understand care plans and follow-up steps.
• Other duties as assigned.

Administrative Duties

• Manage in-basket tasks effectively, including addressing patient messages, refills, and provider communication in a timely manner.
• This position requires both synchronous (real-time, floor-based clinical work) and asynchronous (administrative tasks such as processing prior authorizations, managing in-
• basket tasks, answering patient calls, and handling faxes) work to ensure smooth clinic operations.
• Accurately document all patient interactions and clinical data in the electronic health record (EHR) in a timely manner.
• Communicate effectively with providers, patients, and other team members to relay messages, coordinate care, and address patient inquiries.
• Process medication refill requests according to protocol, ensuring timely communication with providers and patients.
• Maintain a clean and well-stocked clinical environment, ensuring exam rooms, supplies, and equipment are prepared for daily operations.

Compliance and Quality Assurance

• Follow infection control protocols, including hand hygiene, personal protective equipment use, and proper sterilization of instruments using an autoclave.
• Monitor and document the operational status of clinic equipment, including daily checks of the AED and other essential devices.
• Support compliance with OSHA, HIPAA, and organizational standards.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, staff meetings, and mandatory training to support professional development and clinic excellence

Qualifications

Education

Required: Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program AND Current certification as a Medical Assistant through an accredited organization (e.g., AAMA