Medical Assistant (MA)

Columbia Memorial Hospital; Astoria (OR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Columbia Memorial Hospital in Astoria, OR, seeks a Medical Assistant for its Orthopedic Clinic. You will handle patient care under supervision, keep supplies stocked, and support front-desk tasks such as scheduling and filing. Bilingual skills are a plus, and prior MA experience is preferred.

The role is full-time, daytime hours, with an SEIU pay range dependent on experience. This position offers opportunities for growth within CMH’s Planetree-centered care model.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program or equivalent training and national certification.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart Association.
• Previous MA experience preferred; bilingual a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform general Medical Assistant duties in orthopedic clinics and patient interactions.
• Maintain supplies and provide direct patient care under supervision of clinic manager or physician.
• Assist with scheduling, filing, and telephone routing as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

English proficiency

Education

Medical Assistant diploma/certificate

BLS certification

Tools

Computer experience

Job description

Columbia Memorial Hospital (Astoria, OR) · Orthopedic Clinic

Astoria , OR

Nursing & Nursing Support

Full Time , Days , Shift Length: 8

Posted 06/09/2026

Additional Information: SEIU Pay Range: $25.65 to $38.55 Dependent on Experience

Call: No

ELIGIBLE FOR CMH EMPLOYEE REFERRAL BONUS: NON PRIORITY RECRUITMENT

This position is responsible for general Medical Assistant duties in dealing with patients in the specialty clinics. Is responsible to maintain supplies and provide direct patient care on the patients under the supervision of office manager and/or physician. In addition, this position supports the Customer Service Representative with clerical duties such as scheduling and filing. May have supportive responsibility in answering the telephone appropriately and routing calls correctly and assembling patient charts. Must be flexible as needs arise and possess willingness to acquire new or perform different skills while adapting to a changing environment.

Job Requirements

Knowledge of/Skill/Ability to:

• Oral and written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Must be able to handle multiple tasks and exercise independent judgment as needed.
• Must be able to handle fast-paced, stressful environment while juggling multiple priorities.

License/Certification

MA required qualifications:

1. 1) Coursework/Training: Graduate of accredited school for medical assistants, or alternate training program through one of the following:
   • a. Active National certification/registration:
     • i. Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA),
     • ii. American Medical Certification Association (AMCA),
     • iii. American Medical Technologists (AMT),
     • iv. National Healthcareer Association (NHA),
     • v. National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT),
     • vi. National Association for Healthcare Professionals (NAHP)
   • b. Graduate of schools for MA diploma/certificate from the military in Medical Specialist Course
   • c. Emergency Medical Responders (EMR), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or Paramedic Course Completion/Certification
2. AND
3. 2) Current Basic Life Support (BLS)through American Heart Association

Education and/or Experience

• Previous Medical Assistant experience preferred.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Must possess appropriate knowledge for performing patient care.
• Computer experience preferred.

Physical Demands and Work Environment Conditions / ADA Compliance

• May be exposed to infection when cleaning contaminated rooms.
• Work is in a fast-paced, changing environment.
• Normal or corrected vision and hearing required.
• Must speak, read, write and understand English.
• Dexterity required to operate equipment.
• Must have knowledge of medical terminology and possess verbal and clerical skills.
• Works inside.
• Walking and standing much of time while on duty.
• Occasional long shift necessary.
• Occasional lifting and transferring patients unassisted.
• Lifts or carries up to 50 pounds.
• Fast paced environment.

About Us

Columbia Memorial Hospital (CMH) is located in the beautiful and historic town of Astoria, Oregon, where the Columbia River meets the Pacific Ocean. At CMH, we are committed to providing person-centered care to our patients and Caregivers. We are a full-service, 25-bed, critical access, not-for-profit, Level III trauma, Planetree Certified, hospital which includes a robust Medical Group.

As a Planetree Hospital, CMH has developed dynamic and focused efforts to involve the perspective of patients, family members and staff to increase person-centered care throughout our organization. We value compassionate, courteous and respectful interactions, patient and family involvement in care planning to include the patient’s goals and preferences, healing design of spaces, community health and a strategic plan that emphasizes person-centered care for the patient and caregiver alike.

CMH is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued, respected, and supported. We believe that diversity in our workforce strengthens our ability to provide compassionate, culturally responsive care to the patients and communities we serve. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.