Primary Care Medical Assistant in Corvallis

Job Summary Position : Medical Assistant - Primary Care in Corvallis This posting will be used to fill two positions.Department : Community Health Centers of Benton and Linn Counties (CHC), a five-clinic integrated primary care system across Benton and Linn Counties.

For more information about the CHC visit : Job type : Full-time, benefitedThe first review of applications will be on June 20, .

Applications that are submitted after this date may or may not be considered for interviews. The posting may close without notice after the first review date when a sufficient number of qualified candidates are received.

Salary information : Medical Assistant Health Care Technician 1 Range HCT21 Salary $41, - $54, AnnuallyMedical Assistant underfill Health Care Assistant 3 Range HCA13 Salary $38, - $48, AnnuallyThis position guarantees two salary raises within your first year as long as your performance is in good standingWork location : Primary location is the Health Services Building in Corvallis near the Oregon State University campus.

Benton County Health Services is an integrated care model that provides primary care, dental, behavioral health, and public health services.

All Medical Assistants may be asked to cover at other CHC sites when the need arises to support the delivery of patient care services.

Mileage reimbursement available per county guidelines. Position summaryMedical Assistants (MA) work with health care providers to deliver primary care to clients of the Community Health Centers by preparing patients for physical exams, recording health information, phlebotomy, collecting specimens, performing screening tests, and performing administrative / clerical duties related to the patient care process.

MA work in a patient centered, team-based care delivery model serving a diverse patient population. This position provides support to proactive patient care and care coordination.

UNDERFILL OPTION : The goal is to fill this position as a Medical Assistant. However, applicants who can meet the minimum qualifications for the Medical Assistant within one year or less of on-the-job training are encouraged to apply as "underfill" candidates.

Employees hired into the Medical Assistant level position as an underfill will be hired as a Medical Assistant underfill and then re-classified to the Medical Assistant upon passing trial service and meeting the minimum qualifications for that classification.

Click here (Download PDF reader) for a complete list of the duties and responsibilities of this position.Minimum QualificationsThe following minimum qualifications are required for this position : Medical Assistant Health Care Technician 1 (HCT21) Technical training beyond high school in Medical Assisting or a directly related field that allows for a State or Federal recognized medical assistant certification;

ANDOne year of work experience in a similar field or work setting (e.g., nursing assistant, home health aides, personal care aides).

Must have State or Federal recognized medical assistant certification at the time of hire.Medical Assistant Underfill Health Care Assistant 3 (HCA13)Technical training beyond high school in Medical Assisting or a directly related field that allows for a State or Federal recognized medical assistant certification;

ANDMust be able to obtain State or Federal recognized medical assistant certification within 6 months of hire.Special requirements : Training and skill to be able to administer immunizations to patients of all ages or willingness to learn.

Hiring is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. This position requires driving and may require use of a personal vehicle.

Your Total Compensation / BenefitsSpend more time with your family, friends and get back to doing what you love!10 Paid Holidays + 2 Floating Holidays + 8 hours of vacation accrual every month + sick leave! Vacation accrual increases with years of service.

$0 Health Insurance Premium!Medical, Dental and Vision - cover your whole family without paying a dime.The County currently pays up to $10.

28 per hour to cover your health benefits ($1, a month for a family plan, $21, a year).In addition, the County contributes up to $1, per year to your Health Savings or Retirement account!Apart from your deductible you can use this money for things that aren’t traditionally paid by insurance i.

e. Ibuprofen, Tylenol and other preventative type medicationsYou never lose your Health Savings Account funds as it rolls over from year to yearDependents up to age 26 are covered!Get ready for retirement.

Save money without putting in money!After 6 months of employment : The County makes a retirement contribution of 6% of your salary towards Oregon PERS!The County makes a deferred compensation b plan contribution of 1.

5% of your salary! You can add more if you wish.A free and award-winning wellness program. Interactive and personalized approach focused on your whole health Onsite and virtual seminars, wellness challenges and fun activities Monetary incentives and cool prizes to engage everyone and meet your individual needs% employer-paid coverage for AD&D ($,), Life ($50,), and Long Term Disability coverage.

Supplemental plans are available at reasonable rates!Annual salary range of : Medical Assistant Health Care Technician 1 $41, - $54, Medical Assistant underfill Health Care Assistant 3 $38, - $48, This position guarantees two salary raises within your first year.

Increases are given at the end of the 6 month probationary period and at the 1 year anniversary, as long as your performance is in good standing! Increases are given until the maximum of the salary range is reached.

For most employees who take advantage of health benefits the salary only makes up 60% of their total compensation. The County invests in you and your family!Have benefits questions?

Reach out to us anytime : encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial / ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and LGBTQIA+ community members.

The strength of our organization lies in the diversity of our workforce and the perspectives our employees bring to their work at Benton County.

Benton County Health ServicesBenton County Health Services includes The Community Health Centers of Benton and Linn Counties and Benton County Public Health Department.

This position is with the Community Health Centers (CHC), a mission-driven organization with a heart in leading health care transformation.

Community Health Centers are committed to providing high quality client care and improving health outcomes. We need experienced, dynamic and motivated medical assistants to join our team.

We are certified Patient Centered Primary Care Homes (PCPCH) and are recognized as innovators in health care delivery. Our clinics use multidisciplinary care teams where the MA's play an integral role to improving individual, family, and community health outcomes.

We provide primary care services through six clinics that span across Benton and Linn Counties.