Medical Assistant | PeaceHealth Medical Group | Vancouver, WA
Full-Time | 1.00 FTE | Day Shift
Pay Range: $25.62 - $34.58 per hour
The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.
Make a Difference Where Relationships Still Matter
If you're a Medical Assistant who loves building relationships with patients, working closely with providers, and being part of a team that genuinely supports one another, this is an opportunity to bring your skills to a community-focused healthcare system that puts people first, both patients and caregivers.
Why PeaceHealth? Why Now?
Join a clinic team where your work goes beyond rooming patients. You'll be a trusted part of the care experience, helping patients feel informed, prepared, and cared for from the moment they arrive.
What you'll find here:
- Meaningful patient connections. Spend your day supporting patients face-to-face and helping them navigate their healthcare journey.
- A respected clinical voice. Providers rely on Medical Assistants as key members of the care team, and your observations and contributions matter.
- Stability with purpose. PeaceHealth has served communities across the Pacific Northwest for more than a century, combining mission-driven care with the resources of a leading healthcare system.
- Opportunities to grow. Expand your skills, pursue continuing education, and explore career pathways throughout our network.
- Work where others vacation. Enjoy easy access to hiking, skiing, rivers, beaches, and the vibrant food, arts, and culture scene of Vancouver and nearby Portland.
What You'll Do
You'll play an important role in helping patients receive safe, efficient, and compassionate care every day.
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Welcome patients and help them feel comfortable and prepared for their visit.
- Take vital signs, collect medical histories, and document information accurately in the electronic medical record.
- Prepare exam rooms, equipment, and supplies before patient visits.
- Assist providers during examinations and procedures.
- Administer injections and medications as ordered.
- Apply splints, dressings, and support basic wound care.
- Clean, stock, and maintain clinical supplies and equipment.
- Ensure instruments and equipment are properly sterilized.
- Coordinate laboratory specimens and diagnostic testing as needed.
- Schedule appointments, testing, and follow-up visits.
- Answer patient calls and route clinical concerns to the appropriate caregiver or provider.
- Work closely with providers, nurses, and clinic staff to keep patient care running smoothly.
- Support a positive, welcoming experience for every patient and family member who enters the clinic.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
Education
- Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program; or
- Completion of an accredited Medical Office Assistant program that allows eligibility for certification; or
- Completion of a Medical Assistant apprenticeship program.
Licensure/Certification
- Washington State Medical Assistant-Certified credential required.
- Washington State Medical Assistant-Interim Certified credential accepted. Caregivers must obtain Medical Assistant-Certified (non-interim) status within 12 months of issuance.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required upon hire.
Preferred Qualifications
- At least one year of experience in a medical office, clinic, ambulatory care, or physician practice setting.
- National Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) credential preferred.
Nice to Have
We know great caregivers come from many backgrounds, and not every qualified candidate will check every box. If you're excited about this opportunity and have strong patient care skills, we encourage you to apply, even if your experience doesn't perfectly match every preferred qualification.
Life at PeaceHealth
At PeaceHealth, we believe exceptional patient care starts with supporting the people who provide it. Our culture is built on respect, collaboration, inclusion, and compassion, creating an environment where caregivers are encouraged to grow professionally while maintaining balance in their personal lives.
Why Vancouver, Washington?
Located on the banks of the Columbia River, Vancouver offers the best of Pacific Northwest living:
- No Washington state income tax.
- Access to world-class outdoor recreation, including hiking, skiing, mountain biking, kayaking, and camping.
- A family-friendly community with excellent neighborhoods and schools.
- Minutes from Portland's dining, arts, and entertainment scene.
- A perfect balance of urban amenities and outdoor adventure.
Whether you're exploring the Columbia River Gorge, spending a weekend at Mount Hood, or enjoying a local coffee shop after work, life here offers room to recharge and thrive.
Total Rewards & Benefits
PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual.
Benefits may include:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer base and matching contributions
- Generous paid time off
- Employer-paid life and disability insurance
- Additional voluntary insurance buy-up options
- Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support
- Wellness programs and resources
- Expanded Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Mental health and emotional wellbeing support
- Career development opportunities throughout the PeaceHealth system
PeaceHealth celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment where every caregiver, patient, and community member feels respected and valued. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences.
See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility.
Apply today and bring your clinical skills, compassion, and commitment to patient care to a team that's making a difference throughout Southwest Washington.