Medical Assistant — Patient Care & Clinic Support

Salem Health Hospitals and clinics; Monmouth (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Tuition assistance

Professional growth

Job summary

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics in Monmouth is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care, assess and monitor patients, and aid physicians with diagnostic data. You will coordinate orders, perform clinical procedures, and ensure accurate documentation in Epic Ambulatory.

The role involves lab testing, medication administration within clinic protocols, and thorough discharge instructions, with a Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–5:00 pm schedule at the Monmouth Clinic location.

Qualifications

• Must hold current medical assistant certification from AAMA, AMT, NHA, NCCT or equivalent.
• BLS required within 30 days of hire.
• Ideal candidate will have previous experience in a healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor patients for life-threatening conditions, report changes promptly, and intervene when care falls outside normal protocols.
• Obtain patient histories and vital signs, reassessing after treatment and ensuring accurate clinical documentation.
• Coordinate and carry out physician orders, anticipating diagnostic needs and supporting patient care workflows.
• Perform waived lab testing and maintain competency in quality control and patient testing procedures.
• Ensure proper medication administration within scope and clinic protocols, with a focus on safety and security.
• Provide comprehensive discharge instructions, involve family when appropriate, and facilitate referrals and community resources.
• Accurately document all patient interactions in Epic Ambulatory, including calls, visits, and billing charges.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs monitoring

Clinical documentation

Team collaboration

Tools

Epic Ambulatory

Job description

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics in Monmouth is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care, assess and monitor patients, and aid physicians with diagnostic data. You will coordinate orders, perform clinical procedures, and ensure accurate documentation in Epic Ambulatory.

The role involves lab testing, medication administration within clinic protocols, and thorough discharge instructions, with a Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–5:00 pm schedule at the Monmouth Clinic location.