Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Hep C Free Program - MD169

Native American Rehabilitation Association of the Northwest, Inc. (NARA); Portland (OR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision

401(k) with 4% Match

13 Paid Days of PTO

15 Paid Holidays

Life Insurance & AD&D

Short/Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

Native American Rehabilitation Association of the Northwest, Inc. (NARA) seeks a Certified Medical Assistant for the Hep C Free Program.

This in-person role covers clinic and community outreach across Portland locations, with a Monday–Friday schedule and occasional evenings/weekends. The position supports phlebotomy, vital signs, point-of-care testing, and patient navigation to connect clients with needed services.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Active national Medical Assistant certification required.
• CPR certification annually required.
• Pre-employment or for cause drug test.
• Criminal background and DMV checks.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient intake, vital signs, phlebotomy and point-of-care testing for HCV, HIV and STIs.
• Maintain accurate charting and clean exam areas.
• Support outreach and connect patients to needed services via Patient Navigation.
• Assist in clinic workflows and in outreach settings to keep clinics running smoothly.
• Provide direct patient care and support interdisciplinary teams.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Active Medical Assistant certification

Job description

Title:

Certified Medical Assistant - Hep C Free Program

Location:

Wellness Center - 12360 E Burnside St., Portland, OR 97233, Indian Health Clinic - 703 NE Hancock St., Portland, OR 97212, and community based outreach events.

Schedule:

This is an in-person position, Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm with evenings and/or weekends often required.

Wage Range:

$26.25 – $29.40 hourly, Non-Exempt

If you are a motivated and dedicated Medical Assistant looking for an opportunity to contribute to an organization making a positive impact, we want to hear from you!

Company Mission

The mission of NARA NW is to provide education, physical, mental health services, and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and anyone in need.

At NARA Northwest, you’ll find a supportive work environment where every team member is valued and respected. Whether you’re passionate about healthcare, behavioral health, education, or social services, there’s a place for you to make a meaningful difference.

About The Company

At NARA NW, we deliver services and support to Native American and Alaska Native communities, helping individuals lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.

With over 450 employees across a variety of programs—including medical and dental care, addiction treatment, housing assistance, and enrichment initiatives NARA NW offers numerous opportunities for growth and advancement, all while making a tangible, positive impact on the lives of others.

Position Overview

The Medical Assistant assigned to Hep C Initiative is responsible for performing daily outreach, clinical, and administrative tasks supporting the overall goals of the Hepatitis Elimination Initiative Pilot Program, as well as assisting in clinical workflows while in clinic to keep the clinic running smoothly.

Will provide direct patient care and carry out assigned clinical tasks in both clinic outreach settings, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated, patient centered care and assist in connecting clients to necessary services. This role involves close collaboration with medical, mental health, and substance use recovery teams to ensure each client receives comprehensive, coordinated care.

What You Will Do

• Carries out tasks such as patient intake, vital sign collection, risk screening, phlebotomy, and point-of-care testing for HCV, HIV, and STIs following the NARA NW MA Competency Guidebook.
• Responsible for accurate charting, maintaining clean exam areas, and assisting with follow up tasks as needed.
• Participates in community outreach and plays a supportive role in connecting patients to needed services and resources through extensive Patient Navigation.
• Work at multiple locations including outdoors during Outreach Collaborations.
• Prepare clients for treatment procedures, follow up examinations as needed.
• Develop therapeutic relationships with clients served and provide close monitoring of progress through extensive Patient Navigation.
• In Clinic obtains pertinent information rooming patient visits, takes vital signs (height, weight, blood pressure) and record in medical chart, and takes urine samples when indicated.
• Perform or prepare for other procedures as needed, such as EKGs, injections, and hearing or vision tests.
• Performs other CLIA-waived laboratory testing as needed, such as urinalysis, urine HGB or HCG, rapid strep, Flu, Covid, RSV, and blood glucose.
• Maintain and stock medical, admin, and other supplies needed for outreach, and daily operations.
• Clean examination rooms after each use and prepare room for the next client.

Qualifications

We would like to hear from people that have:

• Either High School Diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certification required.
• Active national certification as a Medical Assistant.
• Must have CPR certification annually.
• Must pass a pre-employment or for cause drug tests.
• Must pass criminal background and DMV checks.
• Experience working within the Native American/Alaska Native community preferred.
• Two years of recent paid experience preferred performing the responsibilities noted above preferred.

What’s in it for you?

15 Paid Holidays: New Years Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Battle of Little Big Horn, Independence Day, Labor Day, Native American Day, Indigenous Peoples’ Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, day after Thanksgiving, and December 25th, and your birthday!

Benefits

• Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance through Kaiser Permanente
• 15 Paid Holidays (Listed Above)
• 13 Paid Days of Sick Time
• 13 Paid Days of PTO (Vacation accruals increase with years of service to a maximum of 26 days)
• $50,000 Life Insurance & AD&D
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Spending Account
• 401(k) with 4% Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Inclement Weather Days (Snow Days)
• Public Student Loan Forgiveness -NARA NW is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit, FQHC

NARA NW Mission

NARA NW Mission: Our mission is to provide education, physical and mental health services and substance abuse treatment that is culturally appropriate to American Indians, Alaska Natives, and everyone in need.

Sobriety Policy

NARA NW is fully committed to supporting sobriety. To support NARA NW in its mission, all employees agree to refrain from illicit drug use, marijuana use, and prescription drug abuse, both on and off the job. In addition, all employees agree to model alcohol sobriety. Modeling alcohol sobriety means not consuming, discussing, or promoting the use of alcohol, on the job, on social media and when in the community where the employee would be likely to be seen by NARA NW clients or community. If in recovery, employees must have been sober/clean for a length of time sufficient to demonstrate that they will be able to remain sober.

Drug-Free/Alcohol-Free Workplace Certification

Consistent with NARA NW’s sobriety policy, all employees, volunteers, interns, and contractors, as applicable, are required to sign a “Drug-Free/Alcohol-Free Workplace Certification Form” and NARA NW “Modeling Sobriety Policy Form” as a condition of employment to confirm that they are aware of this policy and that they agree to comply with it. Violation of this policy will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment. This policy is subject to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and its state counterpart.

Indian Preference

Preference in hiring is given to qualified Native Americans in accordance with the Indian Preference Act (Title 25, US Code, Sections 472 and 473). NARA Northwest is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Within the scope of Indian Preference, all candidates will receive equal consideration. Experience working with Native American/ Alaska Native community is considered a plus.

Disclaimer

This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position’s activities and requirements, the agency reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties, as necessary.