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Oregon Health & Science University is a nationally prominent research university and Oregon's only public academic health center. It educates health professionals and scientists and provides leading-edge patient care, community service and biomedical research.

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. OHSU is working to excel in patient care and customer service, as measured by national rankings, and wants you to be part of our team. Most importantly we want employees who are committed to being as good as they can possibly be because "patients may forget what you did for them but they will never forget how you made them feel." We in turn want you to feel great so we offer extra benefits like a comprehensive employee wellness program, tuition assistance and vacation accrual that begins right away.

Function/Duties of Position

The Medical Assistant provides a full range of support as part of the medical care team. This position functions within the Medical Assistant Scope of Boundaries as defined by OHSU. Primary duties of 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. The Medical Assistant works under the clinical direction of the physician, and has a direct reporting relationship to the Practice Manager.

Medical Assistant positions are represented by the AFSCME union. Incentives include:

• Salary Range: $22.08 - $29.87 per hour
• Individuals may be eligible for a $2,500.00 hiring bonus** for positions (some positions will have an additional $2,500.00 bonus**, noted below with * - To qualify for the second $2,500.00 bonus, it must be in your written offer letter when you take a permanent role)
• Individuals may be eligible for $2,500.00 with retention bonuses** after a year and two years of $2,500 each**.
• Bonus Disclaimer: Current OHSU, Adventist and Hillsboro Medical Center employees are not eligible
• Free Tri-Met and C-Tran Pass, plus free rides on the Aerial Tram and Portland Street Car
• Experienced certified MAs have an opportunity to promote into a Medical Assistant 2 classification if all criteria is met after one year at OHSU

Current Full Time Medical Assistant openings:

• Ambulatory Float Pool - South Waterfront - 3 positions*
• Ambulatory Talent Pool - South Waterfront - 4 positions*
• Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine - South Waterfront - 1 position*
• Center for Women's Health - Marquam Hill- 2 positions
• Community Hematology Oncology - Southeast Portland - 1 position
• COVID Community Outreach - South Waterfront - 1 position*
• Dermatology-South Waterfront - 1 postion
• Digestive Health Center - South Waterfront - 3 positions*
• Family Medicine at Richmond - Southeast Portland - 2 positions
• Family Medicine - Scappoose, OR - 4 positions*
• Family Medicine - South Waterfront - 3 positions
• General Pediatrics and Adolescent Health - Marquam Hill - 1 position
• Immediate Care Richmond - Southeast Portland - 1 position
• Immediate Care CHH - South Waterfront - 1 position
• Internal Medicine Clinic - Marquam Hill -2 positions*
• Knight Cancer- South Waterfront - 2 positions
• Neurology - Marquam Hill - 1 position*
• Neurology - South Waterfront - 2 positions*
• Orthopaedics and Rehabilitation - South Waterfront - 9 positions*
• Otolaryngology - Ear, Nose & Throat - Marquam Hill - 2 positions
• Otolaryngology - Ear, Nose & Throat - South Waterfront - 3 positions*
• Radiation Oncology - Marquam Hill - 1 position*
• Spine Center - South Waterfront - 1 position
• Urology - South Waterfront - 2 positions*
• Urology - Southeast Portland - 1 position*

Part Time, Relief, Temporary or Flex Positions:

• Department of Medicine: Rheumatology Clinic - Marquam Hill - 1 part time position
• Dermatology Surgery - South Waterfront - 1 full time temporary position
• Family Medicine at Gabriel Park - Southwest Portland - 1 relief positon
• Hematology - Oncology - Downtown - 1 relief position
• Immediate Care- South Waterfront-1 relief position
• Knight Cancer Oncology - South Waterfront - 1 part-time position
• Peds Speciality Cornell West- Beaverton - 1 part time position

*Bonus Disclaimer: Current OHSU, Adventist and Hillsboro Medical Center employees are not eligible

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Current BLS certification at hire and must be issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) or Military Training Network branch of AHA (upload documentation with online application)
• Successful completion of an OHSU competency test prior to completion of the 6 month probation or the internal job change evaluation period
• One of the following three:
• Completion of a nationally recognized accredited medical assistant training program, including a practicum (externship) of at least 160 hours, OR
• Successful completion of a formal medical services training program of the United States Armed Forces, OR
• Current Oregon Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) license (basic or advance) and 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.)
• 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.
• Currently, these include:
• 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)
• Intermediate computer proficiency
• Ability to successfully serve a variety of diverse customers in difficult situations
• Ability to provide service excellence, kindness, and compassion to all customers, including patients and other OHSU team members
• Skill in developing and maintaining professional relationships
• Ability to prioritize work demands
• Ability to interpret and follow policies, procedures, and protocols
• Basic applied math skills, including calculations and conversions
• Proven record of reliable attendance, punctuality, and successful performance with past and present employers
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation

Additional Details

Benefits:

• Two raises per year - One at anniversary date and one across the board annual increase
• Healthcare Options - Covered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependents, and $25K of term life insurance provided at no cost to the employee
• Two separate above market pension plans to choose from
• Vacation- up to 200 hours per year depending on length of service
• Sick Leave- up to 96 hours per year
• 8 paid holidays per year
• Substantial Tri-met and C-Tran discounts
• Additional Programs including: Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

All are welcome

Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.