Medical Assistant Lead - Care Team Champion

Legacy Health; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs; paid PTO

Discounts for work necessities (e.g.,`

Job summary

Legacy Health in Portland, Oregon seeks a compassionate Medical Assistant to support both primary care and specialty clinics, helping prepare patients, assist physicians, and address patients’ social determinants of health. You’ll work alongside a collaborative care team including nurses, social workers, and pharmacists to ensure holistic care.

This role emphasizes patient-centered care and teamwork. Legacy Health offers comprehensive benefits, opportunities for growth, and a culture that values

Qualifications

• Experience as a back office medical assistant in a clinic setting.
• One-year experience preferred.
• Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates daily operations with clinic manager and optimizes workflow.
• Assists with patient care under physician supervision.
• Prepares patients for visits and procedures.
• Gives vaccines/medications, performs phlebotomy and point-of-care testing.
• Provides indirect patient care via phone/EHR and handles refills and follow-ups.
• Uses electronic health records to support efficient care.

Skills

Back office MA experience

Keyboard skills

EHR navigation

Education

Medical Assistant program completion

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Legacy Health in Portland, Oregon seeks a compassionate Medical Assistant to support both primary care and specialty clinics, helping prepare patients, assist physicians, and address patients’ social determinants of health. You’ll work alongside a collaborative care team including nurses, social workers, and pharmacists to ensure holistic care.

This role emphasizes patient-centered care and teamwork. Legacy Health offers comprehensive benefits, opportunities for growth, and a culture that values