Job Summary

Job Summary
Medical Assistants assist health care providers deliver primary care to clients of the Community Health Center by preparing patients for physical exams, recording health information, collecting specimens, performing screening tests, and performing administrative/clerical duties related to the patient care process. MA's 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.

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These positions may be assigned to any of our six health centers in Alsea, Corvallis, Lebanon, Monroe, and Sweet Home. These positions are temporary, part-time, not to exceed 1040 hours worked in a fiscal year. Work shifts to be determined with candidate and business needs respectively.

Training schedule will be Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, for four to six weeks.

Your Total Compensation/Benefits

• Hourly salary range of $19.25 - $25.26
• Rewarding work in a productive, innovative, and creative environment.
• Colleagues who are passionate about public service.
• A great work-life balance.
• Advancement and learning opportunities that will help grow your career with Benton County.

Minimum Qualifications
The following minimum qualifications are required for this position:

• Technical Training beyond high school in Medical Assisting or a directly related field that allows for a State or Federal recognized medical assistant certification; AND
• One year of work experience.
• Must have or be able to obtain State or Federal recognized medical assistant certification within the first 6 months of employment.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted. Please note candidates must have at least one year of actual work experience to be considered as equivalent.
Special requirements:

• Training and skill to be able to administer immunizations to patients of all ages.

The Ideal Candidate

• Bilingual in Spanish / English.

Working & Living in Benton County
Perfectly placed in the Willamette Valley, 90 miles south of Portland and 40 miles north of Eugene, Benton County has easy access to urban areas with ample opportunities for cultural activities. Combined with outdoor recreation galore in the Cascade Range 80 miles to the east and the Coastal Range and Pacific Ocean 50 miles west, the county’s 90,000 residents like to say they “have it all.”

How to Apply

• To apply for this position, click on the "Apply" button to fill out all information in the online application and complete the questionnaire. Failure to do so may result in your application being removed from consideration.
• Only complete applications received by the posted application deadline date, or the first review date will be considered.
• Answer all supplemental questions.

After you Apply

• You will get an email stating your application has been submitted. Log in to your NeoGov account before the job announcement closes to see if you have any pending tasks or notifications, and make sure to complete these tasks before the job announcement closes. These can be found under the “My Applications” section.
• Be sure to check both your email and NeoGov account for updates regarding this recruitment.

Additional information

• This is a FLSA non-exempt position.
• Hiring is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
• This position requires driving and may require use of a personal vehicle.
• This posting will be used to fill multiple vacancies.
• Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes.
• Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources. NOTE: If claiming veterans’ preference please be sure to attach your DD214 or Disability letter from the VA.
• Benton County does not offer VISA sponsorships. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Benton County will review these documents to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.
• If you wish to identify yourself as an individual with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and will be requesting accommodation, please contact the Benton County Human Resources Department by calling 541-766-6081.

Helpful links and contact information
Learn more about Benton County
Understanding the County Application Process
Job Interest Cards webpage

For more information you may contact us by e-mail at recruiting@bentoncountyor.gov or by phone at 541-766-6081.