Per Diem Medical Assistant - Clinic Care & Growth

Salem Health Hospitals and clinics; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Salem Health Medical Clinic Edgewater is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care in a fast-paced ambulatory setting. You will assess patients, obtain vitals, document care in Epic, and coordinate physician orders to ensure timely diagnostics and safe discharge planning.

The ideal candidate holds a current MA credential (CMA/RMA/CCMA/NCMA or equivalent) and has prior healthcare experience, with a focus on accuracy, safety, and effective communication.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Medical Assistant certification or registration from a recognized credentialing agency.
• Certification or registration must be current and in good standing.
• Experience in a healthcare setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor patients for urgent conditions and report changes promptly.
• Obtain patient histories and vital signs and reassess after treatment.
• Coordinate and execute physician orders and support workflows.
• Perform waived lab testing and maintain quality control for tests.
• Administer medications within clinic protocols with safety in mind.
• Provide discharge instructions and facilitate referrals and resources.
• Document all patient interactions in Epic Ambulatory, including calls and visits.

Skills

Vital signs

Clinical documentation

Epic Ambulatory

Communication

Education

CMA (AAMA)

RMA (AMT)

CCMA (NHA)

NCMA (NCCT)

Tools

Epic Ambulatory

Job description

Salem Health Medical Clinic Edgewater is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care in a fast-paced ambulatory setting. You will assess patients, obtain vitals, document care in Epic, and coordinate physician orders to ensure timely diagnostics and safe discharge planning.

The ideal candidate holds a current MA credential (CMA/RMA/CCMA/NCMA or equivalent) and has prior healthcare experience, with a focus on accuracy, safety, and effective communication.