Good health for our people, our patients, our communities and our world. Legacy Health is a local nonprofit that provides comprehensive primary, secondary and tertiary care services across the Portland and Vancouver metro area and the mid-Willamette Valley.
That means helping people get healthy, and staying that way. Encouraging medical professionals to set a higher standard. Tending to the little things that help patients heal. And supporting our staff in doing whatever it takes to meet the needs of those we serve.
But it's not just what we do, it's why we do it. At Legacy, our fundamental responsibility is to improve the wellness of everyone we touch, to empower people to live healthier lives, and to create a legacy that truly lives on.
We strive to be a diverse, culturally competent organization. We strongly encourage individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and inclusion to apply.
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The Medical Assistant will assist physicians with patient care, including preparing patients for visits and performing clinical procedures like phlebotomy and medication administration.
They will also manage indirect patient care tasks such as answering patient questions and scheduling appointments via the electronic health record.
What you need
Candidates must have experience as a back office medical assistant and hold a relevant medical assistant program completion or equivalent certification.
Current CPR certification is required, along with specific state-level certifications for Washington or Oregon.
Education: a professional certificate
Key skills
Patient carePhlebotomyMedication administrationPoint of care testingElectronic health recordPatient schedulingClinical documentationVaccine administrationBack office support
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Overview
Be the Connection That Makes a Difference in Patient Care
Are you a compassionate Medical Assistant looking to make a difference beyond the exam room? As part of our team, you’ll play a key role in a primary care or specialty clinic. Here, we go beyond treating symptoms — we care for the whole person, addressing not just medical needs but also recognizing the critical social determinants of health.
You’ll be part of a deeply collaborative care team that includes medical providers, nurses, social workers, behavioral health clinicians, pharmacists, and more — all working together to break down barriers to care. Your clinical skills, attention to detail, and patient-centered mindset make you a vital link between our patients and their care providers.
If you’re looking for a meaningful role where every interaction counts and teamwork drives real change, we’d love to meet you.
Our benefits meet you where you are. We’re here to help our employees navigate the integration of work and life:
Breathe easy with medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family.
Feel supported in your mental health and personal growth with employee assistance programs.
Feel great and thrive with access to health and wellness programs, paid time off and discounts for work necessities, such as cell phones.
We’re proud to foster a hospital culture that values connection, well-being, and fun — because when our team thrives, our patients do too.
Responsibilities
Assist with patient care under the direction of physicians.
Prepare patients for office visits and procedures.
Preforms a variety of patient care activities, such as vaccine/medication administration, phlebotomy, and point of care testing.
Provides indirect patient care via phone or EHR by addressing patient questions, processing medication refills and scheduling follow-up appointments.
Utilize electronic health record for efficient care.
Qualifications
Experience as a back office medical assistant in a clinic setting. One year of experience preferred.
Education (one of these four):
Completion of a medical assistant program, or equivalent experience; or
Completion of a formal medical services training program of the United States Armed Forces; or
For Oregon only: Completion of Basic Oregon Emergency Medical Technician program; or
For Oregon only: Completion of Advanced Oregon Emergency Medical Technician program.
Licensure
Washington and Oregon-
Current American Heart Association approved CPR certification required.
MA certification required within one year of hire, from either the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), the American Medical Technologists (AMT), the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP), or the National Healthcare Association (NHA). AAMA preferred. Certification upon hire preferred.
Certification may be required upon hire, depending on the needs of the department.
Oregon Only-
MA certification requirement may be met instead by current Oregon Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) license (Basic or Advanced) and national EMT registration with the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT.)
Washington Only-
Washington State certification as a Medical Assistant-Certified or Interim Medical Assistant-Certified required, including completion of required Washington State AIDS training. (This requirement applies also to employees who float into the role.)
Pay Range
USD $23.93 - USD $33.50 /Hr.
Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity
Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing.
If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed.
Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
To learn more about our employee benefits click here: www.legacyhealth.org/For-Health-Professionals/careers/benefiting-you
