Certified Medical Assistant — Clinic Support & Patient Care

Jobtome; Rainier (OR); On-site; USD 38,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Center of Clatskanie in Clatskanie, OR seeks a certified Medical Assistant to support providers, manage patient records, and assist with exams and procedures. You will help prepare patients, verify lab orders, update immunization data, and maintain a clean, ready-to-use exam space.

The role requires CMA certification or eligibility, CPR within 90 days, and strong patient communication. A team-focused environment and comprehensive clinical workflow support are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED from an accredited program.
• CMA certification or eligibility to certify and CPR within 90 days of hire.
• One year CMA experience preferred.
• Certifications must be current and maintained.

Responsibilities

• Maintains patient records and vital signs, and updates immunization records.
• Prepares for visits, reviews labs/referrals, and communicates with providers.
• Collaborates with providers to optimize schedules and continuity of care.
• Prepares and maintains exam rooms, ensuring supplies and sterilization.
• Assists physicians during examinations, procedures and minor surgeries.
• Collects and prepares lab specimens and follows protocol in EMR.
• Documents tests and results in the EMR system.
• Provides patient education and medication information as needed.
• Compounds and administers medications as directed.
• Responds to patient questions in person or by email.

Skills

People skills

Multitasking

MS Office

Epic EMR

Medical terminology

Education

Medical assisting program (CAAHEP/ABHES) 720 hours incl. 160 externship

Apprentice program (state approved)

720 hours MA college education

Equivalent military medical training

Tools

Epic

EMR

Microsoft Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

Community Health Center of Clatskanie in Clatskanie, OR seeks a certified Medical Assistant to support providers, manage patient records, and assist with exams and procedures. You will help prepare patients, verify lab orders, update immunization data, and maintain a clean, ready-to-use exam space.

The role requires CMA certification or eligibility, CPR within 90 days, and strong patient communication. A team-focused environment and comprehensive clinical workflow support are offered.