Medical Assistant I - Pediatric Gastroenterology

Legacy Health; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Employee assistance program

Health and wellness programs

Paid time off

Discounts on work necessities

Job summary

Legacy Health is seeking a compassionate Medical Assistant to join our care teams in Portland, OR. You will assist physicians, prepare patients for visits, perform phlebotomy and vaccine administration, and manage patient questions via phone and EHR.

The role supports a collaborative care model across primary and specialty clinics, emphasizing whole-person care and health system navigation. Competency in MA certification and BLS is required.

Qualifications

• Completion of a medical assistant program or equivalent experience; or
• Completion of a formal medical services training program of the United States Armed Forces; or
• Completion of Basic or Advanced Oregon Emergency Medical Technician program (Oregon only)
• MA certification within one year by AAMA/AMT/NCCT/NHA; Oregon EMT/NREMT route possible
• Washington State MA certification required for work in Washington
• Current BLS for Providers from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care under the direction of physicians.
• Prepare patients for office visits and procedures.
• Performs a variety of patient care activities, such as vaccine/medication administration, phlebotomy, and point of care testing.
• Provides indirect patient care via phone or EHR by addressing patient questions, processing medication refills and scheduling follow-up appointments.
• Utilize electronic health record for efficient care.

Skills

Clinical patient care

EHR proficiency

Phlebotomy

Vaccine administration

Communication

Education

Medical Assistant program or equivalent

US Armed Forces medical services training

Oregon EMT program (Oregon only)

Job description

Overview

Be the Connection That Makes a Difference in Patient Care

Are you a compassionate Medical Assistant looking to make a difference beyond the exam room? As part of our team, you’ll play a key role in a primary care or specialty clinic. Here, we go beyond treating symptoms — we care for the whole person, addressing not just medical needs but also recognizing the critical social determinants of health.

You’ll be part of a deeply collaborative care team that includes medical providers, nurses, social workers, behavioral health clinicians, pharmacists, and more — all working together to break down barriers to care. Your clinical skills, attention to detail, and patient-centered mindset make you a vital link between our patients and their care providers.

If you’re looking for a meaningful role where every interaction counts and teamwork drives real change, we’d love to meet you.

Our benefits meet you where you are.We’re here to help our employees navigate the integration of work and life:

• Breathe easy withmedical, dental, and visionbenefits for your family.
• Feel supported in your mental health and personal growth withemployee assistance programs.
• Feel great and thrive with access tohealth and wellness programs, paid time offanddiscountsfor work necessities, such as cell phones.

We’re proud to foster a hospital culture that values connection, well-being, and fun — because when our team thrives, our patients do too.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care under the direction of physicians.
• Prepare patients for office visits and procedures.
• Preforms a variety of patient care activities, such as vaccine/medication administration, phlebotomy, and point of care testing.
• Provides indirect patient care via phone or EHR by addressing patient questions, processing medication refills and scheduling follow-up appointments.
• Utilize electronic health record for efficient care.

Qualifications

• One year experience as a clinic back office medical assistant preferred.

• Education:
  • Completion of a medical assistant program or equivalent experience; or
  • Completion of a formal medical services training program of the United States Armed Forces; or
  • Completion of Basic or Advanced Oregon Emergency Medical Technician program (Oregon only)

Licensure

• MA certification required within one year, from either the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), the American Medical Technologists (AMT), the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), or the National Healthcare Association (NHA).
  • MA certification requirement may be met instead by current Oregon Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) license and national EMT registration (NREMT). Oregon only.

• Washington State certification as a MA or Interim MA required for all who work or float in Washington.

• Current BLS for Providers from the American Heart Association.

Pay Range

USD $23.93 - USD $33.50 /Hr.

Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity

Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing.

If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed.

Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

To learn more about our employee benefits click here: www.legacyhealth.org/For-Health-Professionals/careers/benefiting-you