Medical Assistant

Location:Salem Health Medical Clinics 875 Oak Street SE Salem Oregon 97301
Department:Bariatric Services
Position Type:Part Time 20 hours/week Non-Exempt
Schedule:8:00am - 4:30 pm Monday Wednesday Thursday variation in scheduled days may occur to support clinic needs

Your role with us

Located at Salem Hospital in Oregons capital the Salem Health Bariatric Clinic provides high-quality patient-centered care in a collaborative and mission-driven environment serving a diverse community. As a medical assistant in this clinic you will play a meaningful role in supporting patients throughout their bariatric journey by assisting with assessments coordinating care and responding thoughtfully to changes in patient condition.

Your work will directly contribute to patient safety continuity of care and long-term health outcomes through accurate documentation medication safety and clear discharge education. This role is especially fulfilling for those who value teamwork adaptability and the opportunity to make a lasting impact through compassionate clinical support. Just minutes from downtown Salem and surrounded by the natural beauty of the Willamette Valley this position offers the chance to serve the community while growing in a supportive and purpose-driven workplace.

What youll do

• Obtains patient histories measures and documents vital signs and reassesses patient status following therapeutic interventions.
• Prioritizes patient care needs and intervenes appropriately when conditions fall outside standard clinic protocols including escalation to a higher level of care when needed.
• Coordinates and executes provider orders anticipates diagnostic testing needs and ensures accurate documentation and order completion.
• Adapts to variations in patient flow collaborates with team members and supports efficient clinic operations to maintain continuity of care.
• Provides thorough discharge instructions involves family members when available facilitates referrals and connects patients with appropriate community resources.
• Performs waived laboratory testing administers medications within scope of practice and accurately documents clinical encounters and charges in Epic Ambulatory.

Required qualifications

• Certification: Must possess a valid current Medical Assistant certification or registration from a nationally recognized credentialing agency.

Acceptable Credentials Include:

• CMA (Certified Medical Assistant) American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
• RMA (Registered Medical Assistant) American Medical Technologists (AMT)
• CCMA (Certified Clinical Medical Assistant) National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
• NCMA (Nationally Certified Medical Assistant) National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
• Or an equivalent medical assistant credential.

Additional information

• Previous experience with bariatrics or surgery clinics is preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 30 days of hire.

Why Salem Health

Salem Health is a Top Workplace in Oregon known for fostering a supportive culture where your contributions truly matter. As an award-winning independent health care system we serve our region through Salem Hospital multiple community clinics and West Valley Hospital ensuring broad access to high-quality care.

We believe in empowering our teams. Through Lean principles staff help drive innovation and solve real problems. We also invest in your growth with professional development tuition assistance and clear career pathways. At Salem Health youll find more than a job youll find purpose connection and room to thrive.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race religion color gender gender identity sexual orientation age national origin disability veteran status genetic information or any other status or condition protected by law.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment please contact