Medical Support Specialist: Patient Care & Testing

Concentra; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Concentra is hiring a Medical Assistant to join our patient care team in Portland, OR. You will perform routine medical tasks under clinician supervision, handle front desk duties, and support patient flow in a fast-paced center.

The role requires outpatient clinical skills, attention to detail, and a patient-first mindset. Training includes HIPAA compliance and monthly clinical competency sessions, with opportunities for growth within the center.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program with externship preferred OR at least 1 year of direct patient care experience as a medical assistant OR military medical specialist experience (must meet state credentials).
• Customarily has at least six months or more of medical assistant experience
• Knowledge of medical procedures and medical terminology
• Working knowledge of occupational medicine requirements (state specific) preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform Department of Transportation (DOT) and Non-DOT drug and alcohol testing
• Prepare patients for physical examinations with vital signs and ancillary testing
• Perform rapid screening tests (influenza, strep, mono, glucose, etc.)
• Assist providers during examination and treatment
• Triage emergent patients and perform routine medical procedures as ordered
• Prepare and assist clinician with procedure setup and injury care
• Apply bandages, dressings and splints
• Dispense medications and DME as ordered
• Maintain supplies, clean rooms and equipment
• Notify supervisor if equipment fails or supplies needed
• Assist with patient flow and communicate wait times
• Greet patients, check in/out, obtain authorizations
• Maintain confidentiality per HIPAA and PHI
• Attend staff meetings and training
• Maintain neat facility appearance and equipment

Skills

Customer service

HIPAA compliance

Communication

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Problem solving

Education

Vocational/Technical/Business School

Job description

Concentra is hiring a Medical Assistant to join our patient care team in Portland, OR. You will perform routine medical tasks under clinician supervision, handle front desk duties, and support patient flow in a fast-paced center.

The role requires outpatient clinical skills, attention to detail, and a patient-first mindset. Training includes HIPAA compliance and monthly clinical competency sessions, with opportunities for growth within the center.