Certified Medical Assistant — Patient Care & Clinic Support

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

Job summary

Community Health Center of Clatskanie in Clatskanie, OR is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support providers and care teams. You will maintain patient records, prepare for visits, and assist in exams while delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.

You will work with Epic and EMR systems, coordinate labs and referrals, and help ensure safe, efficient clinic operations. CPR within 90 days is required, with opportunities to grow in a community-focused health setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of an accredited medical assisting program with 720 hours including at least 160 hours clinical externship.
• Certified Medical Assistant or eligibility to sit for certification.
• CPR certification required within 90 days of hire.
• Strong communication and multi-tasking skills; ability to work with diverse patient populations.
• Proficiency with Outlook, Word, Excel, Epic, and EMR systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and updates patient records including medical history, vitals, and immunizations.
• Prepares for visits by reviewing files, lab requests, referrals, and reports; communicates updates to Providers.
• Collaborates with Providers to optimize schedule efficiency and care continuity.
• Prepares exam rooms, supplies, and sterilization of equipment.
• Obtains and prepares specimens; collects and documents data in EMR.
• Provides patient education on medications and potential side effects.
• Assists physicians during examinations, procedures, and minor surgeries.
• Administers medications as directed by a physician; responds to patient questions.
• Ensures compliance with Joint Commission and HRSA standards.

Skills

People skills

Multi-tasking

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Medical assisting program (CAAHEP/ABHES) 720 hours

State-approved apprentice program

720 hours medical assistant college education

Equivalent military medical training

Certified Medical Assistant or eligibility

Tools

Epic

EMR

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

Community Health Center of Clatskanie in Clatskanie, OR is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support providers and care teams. You will maintain patient records, prepare for visits, and assist in exams while delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.

You will work with Epic and EMR systems, coordinate labs and referrals, and help ensure safe, efficient clinic operations. CPR within 90 days is required, with opportunities to grow in a community-focused health setting.