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Medical Assistant

Oregon Health & Science UniversityEugene, OR, US
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Overview

Oregon 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.

Function / Duties of Position

As 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 : $24.35 - $32.94 per hour
  • Ambulatory Float Pool employees receive an additional $1 / hr. shift differential
  • 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
  • Bonus Disclaimer : current OHSU, Adventist and Hillsboro Medical Center employees are not eligible

Benefits :

Two raises per year – One at anniversary date and one across the board annual increase

Vacation- up to 200 hours per year depending on length of service

Medical, 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 employee

Flexible spending accounts & Health savings account options

Retirement Plans : Oregon PERS Plan or employer matching plans like 403b,401a, and 457b

Sick Leave- up to 96 hours per year

8 paid holidays per year

Substantial Tri-met and C-Tran discounts

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Public Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility

Onsite Childcare Service & Gym

Health & Wellness Program

Career Center

Required Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Current BLS certification at hire from the American Heart Association (AHA)
  • 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 (
  • 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 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)The American Registry of Medical Assistants, awarding the Registered Medical Assistant ( – 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 years
  • Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation
  • 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

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