Medical Assistant - Float - Portland Metro Area

Providence Health & Services; Happy Valley (OR); On-site; USD 29,384 - 49,042; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium float pay

Mileage reimbursement if eligible

Job summary

Providence Health & Services is hiring Medical Assistants and Associate Medical Assistants in Happy Valley, Oregon. Candidates will assist in providing care to patients under a licensed practitioner. Both full-time and part-time positions are available, with competitive pay based on experience and qualifications.

Ideal candidates will have the required certifications and experience in a healthcare setting along with a commitment to quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited medical assistant school required.
• Completion of two years of medical training in Armed Forces acceptable.
• Minimum one year of experience meeting patient care needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing patient care under the delegation of a licensed practitioner.
• Perform basic patient care and administrative duties as required.

Skills

Administering injections

Obtaining vital signs

Customer service

Clinical duties

Hands-on training

Education

Graduate of accredited medical assistant school

Registered medical assistant apprenticeship

Tools

Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Job description

Medical Assistant & Associate Medical Assistant

This is a combined posting for a Medical Assistant and Associate Medical Assistant. For each role, the requirements are listed under the associated title. If you meet the qualifications for either position, we encourage you to apply.

Medical Assistant (MA II)

The MA II works under the delegation of a licensed practitioner to perform duties as directed to assist in providing patient care to assigned patients. The MA II performs all aspects of the MA I role and is fully competent in the clinical needs/functions for the assigned clinic/location of work. The MA II is expected to perform in accordance with established policies, procedures, and regulations.

Medical Assistant (MA I)

The MA I works under the delegation of a licensed practitioner to perform duties as directed to assist in providing basic patient care to assigned patients. Basic patient care needs will be met through both administrative and clinical duties. The MA I is expected to perform in accordance with established policies, procedures, and regulations.

Resource / Float

The Staffing Resource Department is a float pool of Medical Assistants which serves the PMG clinics in the Portland Metro area. You will serve patients seen in Primary Care, Pediatrics, and Specialty Care. Full and part‑time positions are available.

• Premium float pay included
• Mileage reimbursement if eligible

Required Qualifications – Medical Assistant

• Graduate of an accredited medical‑assistant school with hands‑on training, or
• Graduate of a registered medical‑assistant apprenticeship program, or
• Completed two years of medical training in the United States Armed Forces, or
• Minimum one year of work experience as a medical assistant that includes obtaining vital signs, administering injections, and medication administration
• Upon hire: National Provider BLS – American Heart Association
• 6 months of healthcare experience
• 6 months of medical‑assistant experience

Preferred Qualifications – Medical Assistant

• Upon hire: National Medical Assistant Certification

Salary Range: Min: $23.27, Max: $35.60

Required Qualifications – Associate Medical Assistant

• Graduate of an accredited medical‑assistant school with hands‑on training, or
• Graduate of a registered medical‑assistant apprenticeship program, or
• Completed two years of medical training in the United States Armed Forces, or
• Minimum one year of work experience as a medical assistant that includes obtaining vital signs, administering injections, and medication administration,
• Upon hire: National Provider BLS – American Heart Association
• Medical‑assisting experience in a clinic setting (0–6 months)

Preferred Qualifications – Associate Medical Assistant

• 6 months of prior experience providing a high level of customer service in a fast‑paced environment
• 6 months of previous experience in a healthcare setting working with an Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Salary Range: Min: $21.33, Max: $31.98

Equal Opportunity Statement

Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger and are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.

Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.