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Medical Assistant - Cardiology
Company : Legacy Health
Location : Portland, OR, 97201
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 10 January 2026
Overview
Be the Connection That Makes a Difference in Patient Care
Are you a compassionate Medical Assistant looking to make a difference beyond the exam room? As part of our team, you’ll play a key role in a primary care or specialty clinic. Here, we go beyond treating symptoms — we care for the whole person, addressing not just medical needs but also recognizing the critical social determinants of health.
You’ll be part of a deeply collaborative care team that includes medical providers, nurses, social workers, behavioral health clinicians, pharmacists, and more — all working together to break down barriers to care. Your clinical skills, attention to detail, and patient-centered mindset make you a vital link between our patients and their care providers.
If you’re looking for a meaningful role where every interaction counts and teamwork drives real change, we’d love to meet you.
Our benefits meet you where you are. We’re here to help our employees navigate the integration of work and life:
- Breathe easy with medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family.
- Feel supported in your mental health and personal growth with employee assistance programs.
- Feel great and thrive with access to health and wellness programs, paid time off and discounts for work necessities, such as cell phones.
We’re proud to foster a hospital culture that values connection, well-being, and fun — because when our team thrives, our patients do too.
This Medical Assistant 1 position is with the Electrophysiology (EP) Team mainly at our Good Samaritian and Emanuel Medical Centers but may be needed at other locations at times.
Responsibilities
- Assist with patient care under the direction of physicians.
- Prepare patients for office visits and procedures.
- Preforms a variety of patient care activities, such as vaccine/medication administration, phlebotomy, and point of care testing.
- Provides indirect patient care via phone or EHR by addressing patient questions, processing medication refills and scheduling follow-up appointments.
- Utilize electronic health record for efficient care.
Qualifications
- One year experience as a clinic back office medical assistant preferred.
- Education:
- Completion of a medical assistant program or equivalent experience; or
- Completion of a formal medical services training program of the United States Armed Forces; or
- Completion of Basic or Advanced Oregon Emergency Medical Technician program (Oregon only)
Licensure
- MA certification required within one year, from either the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), the American Medical Technologists (AMT), the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), or the National Healthcare Association (NHA).
- MA certification requirement may be met instead by current Oregon Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) license and national EMT registration (NREMT). Oregon only.
- Washington State certification as a MA or Interim MA required for all who work or float in Washington.
- Current BLS for Providers from the American Heart Association.
Pay Range
USD $23.46 - USD $32.84 /Hr.Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity
Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing.
If you are passionate about our mission and believe you can contribute to our team, we encourage you to apply—even if you don't meet every qualification listed. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed.
Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
To learn more about our employee benefits click here: www.legacyhealth.org/For-Health-Professionals/careers/benefiting-you
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Frequently asked questions
Portland’s growing healthcare sector, especially in cardiology, attracts many skilled medical assistants, making competition moderate. Candidates with certification and experience in cardiovascular patient care have a distinct advantage in landing roles within leading systems like Legacy Health.
Yes, Oregon emphasizes certifications like the Oregon Emergency Medical Technician license alongside national MA certifications. Completing these locally recognized credentials can significantly boost job opportunities in specialized cardiology clinics around Portland.
Besides routine clinical duties, a cardiology medical assistant must excel in empathetic communication, understanding cardiovascular conditions, and managing patient concerns related to heart health, all while coordinating efficiently with multidisciplinary teams for holistic care.
Career growth often starts with gaining hands-on experience in cardiology settings, followed by advanced certifications or transitioning into roles like Cardiology Technician or Physician Assistant, with potential to specialize further in cardiovascular care management.
Tasks include prepping patients for cardiac exams, administering vaccines or medications, performing phlebotomy, assisting with cardiovascular procedures, and facilitating clear communication between patients and cardiology providers using electronic health records.
Legacy Health emphasizes a collaborative, patient-centered approach integrating social determinants of health. Their cardiology medical assistants engage in a team-based environment with access to comprehensive wellness benefits and support, fostering both professional and personal growth.
Legacy Health provides robust medical, dental, and vision coverage, mental health resources, wellness programs, and paid time off. These benefits support cardiology medical assistants in balancing demanding clinical roles with personal well-being in Portland’s healthcare environment.
Medical Assistants in cardiology within Portland typically earn between $23.46 and $32.84 per hour, reflecting factors like certification status, experience, and specific clinic responsibilities at institutions such as Legacy Health.
This position relies heavily on electronic health records (EHR) to streamline patient data, manage medication refills, schedule follow-ups, and support clinical decision-making, ensuring efficient, accurate cardiovascular patient care coordination.
Cardiology specialization offers exposure to complex cardiovascular cases, opportunities to work closely with multidisciplinary cardiac teams, and often higher compensation, appealing to those seeking focused clinical expertise within Portland’s vibrant healthcare sector.