Occ Med Assistant in Portland, Oregon at Uptown Providers PC

Pay: 22-26+/hr (based on experience)
Location: Northeast Portland Clinic | 6633 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OR 97213
Employment Type: Full-Time | ~40 hours/week
Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:00am - 4:30pm

POSITION SUMMARY:

Welcome to AFC Urgent Care Northeast Portland -- where we're flipping the script on healthcare culture! Think supportive teammates, open leadership, and real opportunities to grow. Whether you're a seasoned Medical Assistant or just getting started, if you're passionate about helping people and want to make a difference -- this is the place!

The Occ Med Assistant is a Medical Assistant that in addition to their regular Medical Assistant responsibilities will also complete supplemental Occ Med duties for their clinic during their regularly scheduled clinical hours. The Occ Med assistant will perform important tasks in support of patient care and are therefore an integral part of successful health outcomes and efficient Occ Med workflows. Please note, the items listed below are not all-inclusive of the standards expected in the position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Occupational Medicine Services

• Work as Medical Assistant to complete weekly Occ Med appointments and all follow up work as needed

• Dive into occupational health services and physicals — from start to finish

• Show off your clinical skills: draw blood, give vaccines, run drug screens, and set up EKGs like a pro

• Assists in training of staff for new Occ Med accounts where new forms/tests are being performed

Scheduling & Workflow Coordination

• Work with all Occ Med patients on Clockwise/scheduling queue. Work together as a team, but own your queue of Occupational Medicine visits.

• Ensures appointments are set correctly on schedule, and that all necessary Authorization Forms or protocols are being appropriately followed.

• Assistant will ensure a smooth Occ Med workflow; getting Occ Med appointments in and through the clinic with the least amount of disturbance and wait time.

• Tasked with scheduling follow ups or return visits for patients.

• Be a key communication bridge — help patients get the info they need, fast

Results & Documentation

• Complete all Occ Med scanning into EMR; results to be in system within 24 hours of visit

• Send Occ Med results to employers per protocol

• Serve as a point person to reach out to clinics when results are not received or need changes.

• Keep patient records sharp and up-to-date in our EMR system (we use Experity)

Equipment Calibration & Maintenance

• Occ Med Assistant will follow selected Calibration Schedule report and ensure the following equipment is calibrated on a regular schedule basis

• Document Calibration schedule & results in Calibration Report

• Work to communicate any needed Occ Med supplies in clinic.

• Communicate any issues or abnormalities on POs to Sales Managers for prompt attention

• Report any issues and possible errors to Clinic Manager and Occ Med Sales Manager.

• Equipment Calibration needed: ie. Spirometry/EKG, Audio, BAT, Grip Strength, Pinch, Push/pull other Occ Med equipment as added)

• Keep the clinic humming by stocking supplies and prepping equipment

• Make sure everything’s running smoothly with daily checks on meds, supplies, and sterilization logs

Patient Care & Clinical Support

• Be the right hand to our providers — assist in procedures and deliver exceptional care

• Own the triage process: take vitals, assess needs, and help patients feel at ease

• Flex your versatility by jumping in at the front desk when needed (scheduling, check-ins, insurance)

Communication & General Responsibilities

• Assists with communication between clinics, clients, and Sales Department team & managers

• Operates within established parameters and influences development and/or decisions regarding new policy or guidelines. Must exhibit authority within scope of responsibility and requires innovation/tenacity to improve internal processes.

• Be ready for anything — pitch in where needed and grow while doing it!

QUALIFICATIONS
Required

• High School Diploma or GED

• Certificate from a Certified Medical Assistant program

Preferred

• 1+ year experience in a medical office, preferred (urgent care experience is a bonus!)

• X-ray experience (RT or LXMO)? Even better!

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

• Pay Rate: 22-26+/hr (based on experience)

• Monthly team performance bonuses

• Free healthcare for you and your family through AFC

• 401(k) with 3% employer match after 1 year

• 3 weeks of paid time off

• On-the-job growth & training opportunities

• Supportive, non-toxic work culture that celebrates wins!

ABOUT AFC URGENT CARE PNW

Why you’ll love it here

• A Culture That Actually Cares: Teammates who've got your back, leaders who listen, and zero bureaucracy. We believe in collaboration, not competition!

• Team Performance Bonus: When the clinic thrives, you share in the success! Monthly performance bonuses = more than just a pat on the back

• Learn. Grow. Level Up: Want to expand your skills? We offer in-house Limited Scope Radiography (LXMO) training, with state certification costs fully covered!

Our Core Values

• Commitment - Commitments are clearly made and met

• Health - Healthy living for everyone is promoted through sustainable and responsible behaviors

• Excellence - Excellence in everything we do

• Celebrate - Celebrate wins - both small and large

• Trust - Trust builds teamwork through vulnerability and respect

SAFETY & WELLBEING

• Alcohol and Drug-Free Policy: We are an alcohol and drug-free workplace. Offers are contingent on the successful completion of background checks and drug screenings (*Including screening for THC).

• EEO: AFC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

READY TO APPLY?
If you want to grow your medical career while being part of something real, apply now and let's chat!