Medical Assistant
Actalent, Happy Valley, OR, United States
Job Title: Medical Assistant – Women’s Health / OB‑GYN
This position supports a busy women’s health and OB‑GYN practice by providing compassionate, patient‑centered care and high‑quality clinical support to providers. It involves rooming patients, performing vital signs and initial assessments, assisting with exams and in‑office procedures, managing heavy phone triage, and coordinating scheduling and electronic medical record updates. The role is suited for an experienced Medical Assistant who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about women’s health.
Responsibilities
Room patients and escort them to exam rooms in a timely and professional manner.
Perform initial patient assessments, including obtaining and documenting vital signs and other clinical information.
Update and maintain accurate and thorough information in the EMR/EHR.
Assist providers during patient exams and in‑office procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
Support clinicians by entering orders accurately and ensuring appropriate follow‑up and completion of ordered tests, procedures, and referrals.
Update and maintain providers’ daily office schedules to support efficient patient flow.
Respond to patient telephone calls, conduct heavy phone triage, and document all conversations and clinical advice in the chart.
Schedule patient surgeries and coordinate related appointments and instructions.
Provide excellent customer service and patient care, addressing questions and concerns with empathy and professionalism.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment in exam rooms and clinical areas.
Demonstrate reliability and good attendance to support consistent, high‑quality patient care.
Float between clinic locations in Northwest and Southwest Portland as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned to support clinic operations and patient care.
Essential Skills
4–5+ years of medical assisting experience.
Experience in OB‑GYN and/or women’s health strongly preferred; open to candidates with family care, pediatrics, or other experience that includes heavy triage.
Graduation from an accredited medical assisting program, or a bachelor’s or associate degree with sufficient relevant experience.
National Medical Assistant certification highly preferred (such as NCCT, AAMA, RMA, AMT, CMA, or NHA).
Current CPR certification.
Proficiency with EMR/EHR systems and electronic health records documentation.
Demonstrated experience taking vital signs and performing routine clinical tasks in an outpatient setting.
Strong phone triage skills and ability to manage a high volume of patient calls.
Excellent customer service skills and a strong commitment to patient‑centered care.
Proven reliability, strong work ethic, and consistent attendance.
Ability to float between Northwest Portland and Southwest Portland clinic locations as needed.
Ability to work collaboratively with physicians, midwives, nurses, sonographers, and other medical assistants in a team‑based environment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience specifically in OB‑GYN, women’s health, or labor and delivery settings.
Bilingual skills, especially in Spanish, are a plus.
Familiarity with women’s health procedures and terminology, including OB/GYN and labor and delivery.
Certification as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), or equivalent national MA certification is highly preferred.
Experience working with electronic medical records and electronic health records (EMR/EHR).
Basic Life Support (BLS) training and skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to explain information clearly and support patient education.
Ability to adapt to a fast‑paced clinical environment and manage multiple priorities.
Interest in ongoing learning, continuing education, and staying current with evidence‑based practices in women’s health.
Work Environment
The position is based in a mid‑sized, established women’s health and OB‑GYN clinic on Portland’s west side, with free onsite parking. Typical schedule: Monday‑Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, starting as five 8‑hour shifts during training; once fully up to speed, the schedule transitions to four 10‑hour shifts. No night or weekend shifts. The clinic emphasizes teamwork, continuous improvement, on‑the‑job training, and opportunities for advancement. The culture is family‑oriented and values patient-centered, informed care and patient education.
Job Type & Location
Contract to Hire position based out of Portland, OR.
Pay and Benefits
Pay range: $22.00 – $30.00 /hr.
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for employee and dependents)
Short and long‑term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, vacation or sick leave)
Workplace Type
Fully onsite position in Portland, OR.
Application Deadline
Position anticipated to close on May 7, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
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This position supports a busy women’s health and OB‑GYN practice by providing compassionate, patient‑centered care and high‑quality clinical support to providers. It involves rooming patients, performing vital signs and initial assessments, assisting with exams and in‑office procedures, managing heavy phone triage, and coordinating scheduling and electronic medical record updates. The role is suited for an experienced Medical Assistant who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about women’s health.
Responsibilities
Room patients and escort them to exam rooms in a timely and professional manner.
Perform initial patient assessments, including obtaining and documenting vital signs and other clinical information.
Update and maintain accurate and thorough information in the EMR/EHR.
Assist providers during patient exams and in‑office procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
Support clinicians by entering orders accurately and ensuring appropriate follow‑up and completion of ordered tests, procedures, and referrals.
Update and maintain providers’ daily office schedules to support efficient patient flow.
Respond to patient telephone calls, conduct heavy phone triage, and document all conversations and clinical advice in the chart.
Schedule patient surgeries and coordinate related appointments and instructions.
Provide excellent customer service and patient care, addressing questions and concerns with empathy and professionalism.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment in exam rooms and clinical areas.
Demonstrate reliability and good attendance to support consistent, high‑quality patient care.
Float between clinic locations in Northwest and Southwest Portland as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned to support clinic operations and patient care.
Essential Skills
4–5+ years of medical assisting experience.
Experience in OB‑GYN and/or women’s health strongly preferred; open to candidates with family care, pediatrics, or other experience that includes heavy triage.
Graduation from an accredited medical assisting program, or a bachelor’s or associate degree with sufficient relevant experience.
National Medical Assistant certification highly preferred (such as NCCT, AAMA, RMA, AMT, CMA, or NHA).
Current CPR certification.
Proficiency with EMR/EHR systems and electronic health records documentation.
Demonstrated experience taking vital signs and performing routine clinical tasks in an outpatient setting.
Strong phone triage skills and ability to manage a high volume of patient calls.
Excellent customer service skills and a strong commitment to patient‑centered care.
Proven reliability, strong work ethic, and consistent attendance.
Ability to float between Northwest Portland and Southwest Portland clinic locations as needed.
Ability to work collaboratively with physicians, midwives, nurses, sonographers, and other medical assistants in a team‑based environment.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Experience specifically in OB‑GYN, women’s health, or labor and delivery settings.
Bilingual skills, especially in Spanish, are a plus.
Familiarity with women’s health procedures and terminology, including OB/GYN and labor and delivery.
Certification as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), or equivalent national MA certification is highly preferred.
Experience working with electronic medical records and electronic health records (EMR/EHR).
Basic Life Support (BLS) training and skills.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to explain information clearly and support patient education.
Ability to adapt to a fast‑paced clinical environment and manage multiple priorities.
Interest in ongoing learning, continuing education, and staying current with evidence‑based practices in women’s health.
Work Environment
The position is based in a mid‑sized, established women’s health and OB‑GYN clinic on Portland’s west side, with free onsite parking. Typical schedule: Monday‑Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, starting as five 8‑hour shifts during training; once fully up to speed, the schedule transitions to four 10‑hour shifts. No night or weekend shifts. The clinic emphasizes teamwork, continuous improvement, on‑the‑job training, and opportunities for advancement. The culture is family‑oriented and values patient-centered, informed care and patient education.
Job Type & Location
Contract to Hire position based out of Portland, OR.
Pay and Benefits
Pay range: $22.00 – $30.00 /hr.
Medical, dental & vision
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for employee and dependents)
Short and long‑term disability
Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Time Off/Leave (PTO, vacation or sick leave)
Workplace Type
Fully onsite position in Portland, OR.
Application Deadline
Position anticipated to close on May 7, 2026.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.
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