Medical Assistant - Primary Care
Company : Legacy Health
Location : Tualatin, OR, 97062-8353
Job Type : Part Time
Date Posted : 6 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.
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 $22.97 - 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
Tualatin's growing healthcare sector drives steady demand for medical assistants, especially in primary care settings. With Legacy Health’s reputable presence, competition exists but remains manageable for candidates with relevant certifications and clinical experience, especially those familiar with local healthcare systems.
In Oregon, medical assistants often need certification from recognized bodies like AAMA, AMT, or NCCT. Additionally, holding an Oregon EMT license with NREMT registration can substitute certification, which is especially advantageous for primary care roles emphasizing emergency preparedness.
Expect a blend of patient prep, vital signs collection, vaccine and medication administration, phlebotomy, and performing point-of-care tests. You'll also engage in indirect care, managing patient inquiries and coordinating follow-ups via electronic health records, crucial for seamless clinic operations.
Legacy Health offers comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus employee assistance programs for mental health and personal growth. Wellness initiatives and paid time off help balance work-life demands, fostering a supportive, collaborative environment unique to their primary care teams.
Legacy Health emphasizes holistic patient care beyond symptom treatment, integrating social determinants of health. Their team-based approach involves multi-disciplinary collaboration, creating a richer, more interconnected experience for medical assistants compared to more task-focused roles elsewhere.
Legacy Health offers competitive wages for Medical Assistants in Tualatin, ranging approximately from $22.97 to $32.84 per hour, reflecting experience and certification status. This aligns well with regional pay standards for healthcare assistants in hospital and clinic environments.
Legacy Health encourages career progression through continuous education and certification support. Medical Assistants can grow into specialized clinical roles or administrative positions by leveraging training programs and internal mobility, especially within their integrated care teams.
Balancing diverse patient needs alongside providers’ schedules and managing electronic health records efficiently can be demanding. Additionally, addressing social determinants of health requires empathy and resourcefulness to connect patients with appropriate services beyond traditional clinical care.