Medical Assistant

Job Title: Medical Assistant

Job Description

The Medical Assistant plays a crucial role in ensuring the success of the department by creating an efficient flow and a welcoming atmosphere for patients daily. This position is responsible for both administrative and clinical tasks, along with managing daily schedules and ensuring timely documentation within the electronic health record. The role requires using critical thinking and problem-solving strategies to provide timely, professional, and compassionate care.

Responsibilities

• Record patients’ medical history, vital statistics, or information such as test results in medical records.
• Prepare treatment rooms for patient examination, ensuring they are neat, clean, and stocked.
• Interview patients to obtain medical information and measure vital signs, weight, and height.
• Escort patients to examination rooms and prepare them for the Physician.
• Provide medically appropriate instructions to patients under the direction of a Physician or Advanced Practice Provider (APP).
• Ensure all related patient information is in the electronic record prior to appointments.
• Prepare FMLA, prior authorizations, and disability paperwork.
• Collaborate and work closely with other medical assistants and ancillary staff.
• Contribute to a safe and secure environment by following established standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations.
• Schedule new and follow-up appointments.

Essential Skills

• 1+ years of medical assistant experience, with an understanding of back-office documentation including Rx refills, lab requests, FMLA, and referral paperwork.
• Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR), Epic preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong computer skills, including proficiency in medical software.
• Experience with office medical procedures and treatments.
• Knowledge of insurance, managed care operations, EMR, and scheduling software.
• Ability to maintain professionalism and composure in high-stress situations.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Ability to manage multiple changing priorities effectively.
• Maintain confidentiality at all times.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• GED or High School Diploma required.
• National certification as a medical assistant is highly preferred (can be in process, to be obtained within 30-60 days).
• Enjoy providing compassionate care during challenging times for patients.
• Enjoy growing knowledge in medical, organizational, and administrative practices.

Work Environment

The position is located in Salem, OR, and operates Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with a 30-minute lunch break. The practice was formed to meet the growing need for high-quality rheumatology care in the Salem, Oregon area and the surrounding Willamette Valley. It is a sister practice of a respected oncology practice, known for quality, compassion, and service. The work environment is professional and dedicated to providing excellent care close to home. The practice treats a variety of conditions including Immune-Mediated Inflammatory Diseases, Rheumatoid Arthritis, Lupus, and more.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Salem, OR.

The pay range for this position is $22.32 - $29.72/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• 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 the 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)

This is a fully onsite position in Salem,OR.

This position is anticipated to close on May 11, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.