Certified Medical Assistant - KSA - Spanish

About this role

Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Pay Range: $26.34 - $32.03 Hourly Department: Health Department Job Type: Regular Represented Exemption Status: United States of America (Non-Exempt) Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

The Opportunity:

THIS WORK MATTERS!

This recruitment is "Open Until Filled" to allow for a deeper candidate pool. Applicants will be reviewed weekly starting 07/03/2025.

This job posting will be used to fill all our Integrated Health Clinics at the below locations:

1. Mid County Clinic 12710 SE Division St, Portland, OR 97236 2. Fernhill Health Center, 5530 NE 42nd Ave, Portland, OR 97218

Please indicate which location you would like to work at on your resume or cover letter.

***Uncertified Medical Assistants will start 3% below the beginning wage listed.***

The Certified Medical Assistant - KSA Spanish provides clinical support to the patient care team directed towards the prevention of disease and promotion of health using professional clinical support for quality patient care. This position works as part of a care delivery team and works closely with physicians and mid-level providers and other team members to help ensure the delivery of high quality patient care. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA): This position requires the ability to speak, read and write fluently in Spanish and English (language testing may be required). 

As the Certified Medical Assistant - KSA Spanish you will:  • Provide Patient follow-up (i.e.: after visit instructions, setting appointments, patient education, communicate normal lab results and reminder phone calls)

• Support back office clinic flow and time management for providers.

• Prepare patients for exams and procedures. 

• Review immunizations, forecast and administer immunizations for clients of all ages. 

• Perform medical treatments such as simple would care, ear irrigations, suture removal and fluoride treatments. 

• Ensure the exam room is stocked, cleaned and ready for use.

• Provide back-up lab duties including phlebotomy and processing labs.

• Complete assigned Quality Control/Assurance activities

• Provide back-up to the preventative MA.

Multnomah County offers an exceptional benefits package , including employer-funded retirement savings; health and dental insurance at very low cost to full-time employees and their dependents; paid parental leave; wellness programs; a focus on work-life balance; and much more. Find more details on our benefits website.  

TO QUALIFY:

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant. For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED):

Education : Requires graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant training program.

Certification: Certification through a nationally recognized Medical Assistant certification program, such as AAMA, AMT, NCCT, or CCMA . Candidates hired will be expected to become certified after hire.

***If you do not have the certification you must have a diploma from an accredited Medical Assistant training program***

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA): This position requires the ability to speak, read and write fluently in Spanish and English (language testing may be required). 

Other: • CPR certification is required (valid CPR certification must be provided upon hire)

• Depending upon assignment, candidates may be required to pass a criminal background check, including fingerprinting. 

Transferable skills: Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position. Be sure to describe any transferable skills on your application and clearly explain how they apply to this position.

SCREENING & EVALUATION (REQUIRED): 

The Application Packet: You must submit ALL requested items below. Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application.

1. Attach a Resume demonstrating you meeting minimum qualifications; AND 2. Copy of Medical Assistant Certification . If you're uncertified, please attach a copy of your diploma from a Medical Assistant program. 3. Copy of CPR certification 4. Attach a Cover Letter (optional) addressing the following:  • Demonstrate your leadership experience in a multicultural and diverse team; and

• How do you meet the qualifications for this position; and 

• Why are you interested in the position

Note: The application, resume and cover letter should demonstrate your work experience/skills and how it is related to those shown in the ‘Overview’ and ‘To Qualify’ sections of the job announcement. Please be thorough, as these materials will be scored and determine your eligibility to advance in this recruitment process. 

The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page. We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows: • Initial review of minimum qualifications

• An evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates

• Consideration of top candidates/interviews

• Background, reference, and education checks

Note: Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

This recruitment aims to fill various positions, including: • Regular Full-Time: Standard, ongoing employment.

• Limited Duration Appointment (LDA): Temporary employment valid for up to two years.

• On-Call: Positions working up to 20 hours per week as needed.

• Temporary: Full-time positions (40 hours a week) for a maximum of six months.

• Float: Positions involving varied locations

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