Medical Assistant - Float | Patient Care & Team Support

The Portland Clinic; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k plan with employer contributions

Roth IRA

Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision

Job summary

The Portland Clinic is seeking a Medical Assistant - Float to support Nursing Services. You will prepare exam rooms, take vital signs, document in the EHR, and coordinate with clinicians for follow-up. You will assist with procedures, maintain rooms, and manage scheduling and communications.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, HIPAA/OSHA compliance, and teamwork across departments. A CMA certification is preferred and on-the-job training is provided.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology and infection control protocols.
• Proficiency with electronic health records.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and staff.
• Team-oriented with a compassionate demeanor.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for exam by setting up rooms and taking vitals.
• Prioritize patient concerns and coordinate with clinicians.
• Assist licensed practitioners with procedures including EKGs, gynecological exams, vaccines.
• Maintain clean exam/procedure rooms per OSHA guidelines.
• Manage desk tasks: scheduling, messages, prescriptions, referrals, and charting.

Skills

Medical terminology

Infection control

EHR documentation

Team-oriented

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Phone etiquette

Education

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

The Portland Clinic is seeking a Medical Assistant - Float to support Nursing Services. You will prepare exam rooms, take vital signs, document in the EHR, and coordinate with clinicians for follow-up. You will assist with procedures, maintain rooms, and manage scheduling and communications.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, HIPAA/OSHA compliance, and teamwork across departments. A CMA certification is preferred and on-the-job training is provided.