Compassionate Medical Assistant – Bariatrics Clinic

Salem Health; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 21,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Salem Health Bariatric Clinic is seeking a part-time Medical Assistant to support patient assessments, coordinate care, and respond to changes in patient condition. Located at Salem Hospital in Oregon's capital, this role focuses on Bariatrics Services with a team-driven, patient-centered approach.

You will assist with orders, document accurately in Epic Ambulatory, and provide discharge instructions while coordinating referrals to community resources.

Qualifications

• Certification: Must possess a valid, current Medical Assistant certification or registration from a nationally recognized credentialing agency.
• Acceptable Credentials Include: CMA (AAMA), RMA (AMT), CCMA (NHA), NCMA (NCCT), or an equivalent medical assistant credential.

Responsibilities

• Obtains patient histories, measures and documents vital signs, and reassesses patient status following therapeutic interventions.
• Prioritizes patient care needs and intervenes appropriately when conditions fall outside standard clinic protocols, including escalation to a higher level of care when needed.
• Coordinates and executes provider orders, anticipates diagnostic testing needs, and ensures accurate documentation and order completion.
• Adapts to variations in patient flow, collaborates with team members, and supports efficient clinic operations to maintain continuity of care.
• Provides thorough discharge instructions, involves family members when available, facilitates referrals, and connects patients with appropriate community resources.
• Performs waived laboratory testing, administers medications within scope of practice, and accurately documents clinical encounters and charges in Epic Ambulatory.

Job description

Salem Health Bariatric Clinic is seeking a part-time Medical Assistant to support patient assessments, coordinate care, and respond to changes in patient condition. Located at Salem Hospital in Oregon's capital, this role focuses on Bariatrics Services with a team-driven, patient-centered approach.

You will assist with orders, document accurately in Epic Ambulatory, and provide discharge instructions while coordinating referrals to community resources.