Medical Assistant - Patient Care, EHR & Admin (Sign-On Bonus)

Good Shepherd Health Care System; Hermiston (OR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Good Shepherd Health Care System in Hermiston, OR seeks a Medical Assistant to provide comprehensive clinical and administrative support within a multi-disciplinary clinic.

The role includes rooming patients, vitals, assisting with examinations, and managing EHRs while coordinating referrals and prior authorizations to ensure smooth clinic operations. A current BLS and at least a high school diploma are required; CMA or accredited MA program is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• CMA certification or completion of accredited Medical Assistant program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and collect vitals for provider review.
• Prepare exam rooms and assist during examinations/procedures.
• Administer vaccines with supervision per protocol.
• Provide patient education and manage documentation in EMR.
• Process prescriptions and refills in the EMR system.
• Coordinate referrals and prior authorizations as needed.
• Support reception with scheduling and chart preparation.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical support

Vital signs

EHR documentation

Education

High school diploma

Tools

EKG equipment

Vital sign devices

Glucometer

Lab testing equipment

Job description

Good Shepherd Health Care System in Hermiston, OR seeks a Medical Assistant to provide comprehensive clinical and administrative support within a multi-disciplinary clinic.

The role includes rooming patients, vitals, assisting with examinations, and managing EHRs while coordinating referrals and prior authorizations to ensure smooth clinic operations. A current BLS and at least a high school diploma are required; CMA or accredited MA program is preferred.