Certified Medical Assistant – Patient Care & Admin Support

CommonSpirit Health; Pendleton (OR); On-site; USD 47,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

CHI St. Anthony Hospital in Pendleton, Oregon, is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support the care team through clinical procedures, screenings, health education, and seamless administrative coordination.

You will contribute to patient comfort by explaining instructions and addressing concerns, with a focus on compassionate, team-based care. The role emphasizes strong clinical knowledge, technological fluency, and a collaborative spirit open to continuous learning.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required/acceptable.
• One of the listed CMA certifications is required.
• AHA BLS certification within 90 days of hire is required.

Responsibilities

• Greet and prepare patients for the health care provider.
• Perform general patient care by following established standards and procedures.
• Obtain and record vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, weight, drug allergies, and current medications.
• May draw and collect blood samples and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Administer medications and/or vaccines via various routes.
• May perform routine tests including EKGs.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant

Certified Medical Assistant AAMA

Certified Medical Assistant NHA

National Certified Medical Assistant NCCT

National Registered/Certified Medical Assistant NAHP

Registered Medical Assistant AMT

Registered Medical Assistant

Cert Med Asst - MMCI

AHA BLS within 90 days of hire

Job description

CHI St. Anthony Hospital in Pendleton, Oregon, is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support the care team through clinical procedures, screenings, health education, and seamless administrative coordination.

You will contribute to patient comfort by explaining instructions and addressing concerns, with a focus on compassionate, team-based care. The role emphasizes strong clinical knowledge, technological fluency, and a collaborative spirit open to continuous learning.