Certified Medical Assistant, Gastroenterology , Full Time, Day Shift

Adventist Health Portland; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 27,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Portland seeks a Medical Assistant to provide non-invasive technical support under supervision of licensed providers. The role includes room setup, patient check-in, and maintaining care logs for tests and referrals.

Responsibilities include obtaining vital signs, reporting findings, conducting audiometry and vision tests, and completing additional duties as needed to support the Gastroenterology department and patient care teams.

Qualifications

• High School Education/GED or equivalent is required.
• Medical Assistant Certification from an accredited institution is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider certification is required.
• Audiometry and vision training or CHDP certificate is preferred.
• Phlebotomy certificate is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Sets up exam rooms and checks in patients and maintains a continuity of care log for lab tests, referrals and transfers.
• Obtains vital signs and reports significant findings to the clinic physician.
• Performs audiometry and vision testing.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Vital signs

Audiometry

Vision testing

Patient care

Education

High School/GED

Job description

Job Description

Adventist Health Portland has been caring for East Portland since 1893, growing alongside the community we serve. Today, more than 2,300 employees are dedicated to whole-person care, mind, body and spirit, across our 302-bed medical center, emergency department, and network of clinics, urgent care, home care and hospice services. The Adventist Health Northwest Heart Center, located on our medical center campus, provides advanced cardiovascular care, bringing together expert providers, innovative treatments and compassionate support for patients across the region.

Job Summary

Performs non-invasive, routine, technical support services under the specific authorization and supervision of a licensed physician, podiatrist, physician assistant, nurse practitioner or nurse midwife.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience:

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required

Licenses/Certifications

• Medical Assistant Certification from an accredited institution: Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
• Successful completion of audiometry and vision training or have a certificate from CHDP: Preferred
• Phlebotomy certificate: Preferred

Facility Specific License/Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or California Certified Medical Assistant (CCMA) or Medical Assistant - NCCT (NCCT) or Certified Medical Assistant- NHA (CMA-NHA) or Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) or Medical Assistant (MA) or American Medical Tech Board MA (MA-AMT) or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or National Emergency Medical Tech (NEMT): Required

Essential Functions

• Sets up exam rooms and checks in patients. Maintains a patient recall system, including continuity of care log for lab tests, referrals and transfers.
• Obtains vital signs, and reports significant findings and pertinent patient observations to clinic physician.
• Performs audiometry and vision testing.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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About Us

Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Founded on Adventist heritage and values, Adventist Health provides care in hospitals, clinics, home care, and hospice agencies in both rural and urban communities. Our compassionate and talented team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, Medical Staff, and volunteers driven in pursuit of one mission: living God's love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope.

JOB INFO

Job Identification : 71065

Job Category : Assistant

Posting Date : 2026-08-21T19:05:38+00:00

Job Schedule : Full time

Job Shift : Day Shift

Locations :

Portland, OR, United States

Assignment Category : Full-time regular

Pay Range : The estimated base pay for this position is $19.92 to $29.85. Additional individual compensation may be available for this role through differentials, extra shift incentives, bonuses, etc. Base pay is only a portion of the total rewards package, and a comprehensive benefits program is available for qualifying positions. Please contact our Talent Acquisition team for more information.

Hiring Department : Gastroenterology

Shift Length : 8 Hours