Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant PositionsOregon Health & Science University is Oregon's #1 hospital. If you are interested in an opportunity to learn, grow and make a difference, then being a Medical Assistant at OHSU is the right job for you. We want employees who are committed to delivering the best patient care. We will support you with cost saving benefits, and two annual raises, great PTO, and full medical/dental/vision insurance covered 100% for full time employees.Current Full Time Medical Assistant openings (Hiring Bonus Eligible):Ambulatory Float Pool - South Waterfront - 1 positionDermatology - South Waterfront - 6 positionsDermatology Surgery - South Waterfront - 1 positionFamily Medicine Richmond - Southeast - 1 positionFamily Medicine Scappoose - 1 positionFamily Medicine - South Waterfront - 3 positionsImmediate Care - Beaverton - 1 positionImmediate Care - Scappoose - 1 positionInternal Medicine Clinic - Marquam Hill - 3 positionsNeurological Surgery - South Waterfront - 1 positionNeurology - South Waterfront - 1 positionOrthopedics and Rehabilitation - South Waterfront - 1 positionOrthopedics and Rehabilitation - Beaverton - 1 positionPlastics and Reconstructive Surgery - Marquam Hill - 1 positionPre-Operative Medicine Clinic - South Waterfront - 1 positionSpine Center - South Waterfront - 2 positionsStudent Health and Wellness Center - Marquam Hill - 1 positionPart Time, Relief, Temporary or Flex Positions (Not bonus eligible):Diabetes/Endocrinology Clinic - Marquam Hill - 0.6 FTE (24 hrs per week)Neurology - South Waterfront - 1 position - reliefPre-Operative Medicine Clinic - South Waterfront - 0.6 FTE (24 hrs per week)Function/Duties of PositionAs a Medical Assistant, you will provide a full range of support as part of the medical care team. Your primary duties in this position are: rooming, collecting patient vital signs, point of care testing, documentation in the electronic medical record (EHR), maintaining clinic flow, stocking exam rooms, assisting with procedures and treatments, and communicating with efficiency and diplomacy.Medical Assistant positions are represented by the AFSCME union. Incentives include:Salary Range: $26.16 - $35.38 per hourAmbulatory Float Pool employees receive an additional $1/hr. shift differentialFree Tri-Met and C-Tran Pass, plus free rides on the Aerial Tram and Portland Street CarExperienced certified MAs have an opportunity to promote into a Medical Assistant 2 classification if all criteria is met after one year at OHSUBonus Disclaimer: current OHSU, Adventist and Hillsboro Medical Center employees are not eligibleBenefits:Two raises per year – One at anniversary date and one across the board annual increaseVacation- up to 200 hours per year depending on length of serviceMedical, Dental, and Vision Insurance- Covered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependents, and $25K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employeeFlexible spending accounts & Health savings account optionsRetirement Plans: Oregon PERS Plan or employer matching plans like 403b,401a, and 457bSick Leave- up to 96 hours per year8 paid holidays per yearSubstantial Tri-met and C-Tran discountsTuition ReimbursementEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Public Student Loan Forgiveness eligibilityOnsite Childcare Service & GymHealth & Wellness ProgramCareer CenterRequired QualificationsHigh School diploma or equivalentCurrent BLS certification at hire from the American Heart Association (AHA). New hires will be enrolled and required to complete during orientation.One of the following three:Completion of a nationally recognized accredited medical assistant training program, including a practicum (externship) of at least 160 hours, ORSuccessful completion of a formal medical services training program of the United States Armed Forces, ORCurrent Oregon Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) license (basic or advance) and an active national EMT registration with the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT.)For those completing medical assistant training or formal military medical services training as referenced above in #1 and #2, the following is also required (Those qualifying under the EMT qualification are exempt from this requirement.)The American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), awarding the Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)The American Medical Technologists (AMT), awarding the Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)The National Center for Competency Testing, awarding the National Certified MA (NCMA)The National Health Career Association, awarding the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)The American Registry of Medical Assistants, awarding the Registered Medical Assistant (R.M.A.) – for those qualifying through #2 above only.Medical Assistant (MA) certification received from a nationally recognized and accredited certifying body, upon hire or by the completion of the 6 month probationary period or internal job change evaluation period, as appropriate. Must be maintained for the duration of employment.Must have relevant work history or have completed EMT or MA schooling within the past 5 yearsMust be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodationWhy Apply to OHSU?We are Oregon's only public academic health center. In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington.All are welcome. OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply.To request reasonable accommodation, contact View email address on click.appcast.io