Medical Assistant – COVID-19 – Limited Duration Assignment (LDA)

Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.Pay Range:$21.26
– $26.05 HourlyDepartment:Job Type:Limited DurationExemption Status:United States of America (Non-Exempt)Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):The Opportunity:Join a team that includes Portland’s most outstanding healthcare professionals.

APPLY TODAY!This recruitment will be used to fill six (6) Limited Duration Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) positions with multiple cultural and language competencies to better represent and support our community for our COVID-19 Testing Program.Communicable Disease Services’ (CDS) mission is to promote and protect the health of individuals and communities in Multnomah County, we provide communicable disease prevention, treatment, screening and education services in collaboration with community partners.

Within CDS, the CMA will assist providers in conducting communicable disease evaluations, administer immunizations and injections, and perform communicable disease screening and assist with testing in a community/outreach setting.This recruitment will be used to fill the following vacancies:CMA with African American cultural competencyCMA with Pacific Islander cultural competencyCMA with Asian American cultural competencyCMA with Russian language competencyCMA with Spanish language competency(For positions with a Spanish or Russian language requirement testing is required.)What is the Role of the Medical Assistant?The Certified Medical Assistant provides clinical support for the provision of care in the Communicable Disease Program.

This position is part of a team that provides assessment, planning, intervention, evaluation, treatment, counseling, referral, and follow-up of individuals infected with communicable diseases.

These diseases may include TB, HIV and other STDs, COVID-19, and other communicable diseases as required.

The position supports screening, testing, evaluation, outreach activities and preventive therapy to targeted populations.

Some evening/weekend work will be required.

The position also has surge capacity responsibilities in communicable disease outbreak situations.

Creates a work culture of respect, trust and understanding for the highly diverse populations the Health Department serves in the office and in the community.These Limited Duration duration positions are expected to last six (6) months and may last up to two (2) years, but may end sooner.The Health Department values cultural competence; ongoing quality improvement and utilization of best practices; developing and maintaining a highly qualified and competent workforce; fiscal responsibility; optimally coordinated services and safely protecting patients and staff.Salary: $21.26
– $26.05 hourlyTO QUALIFY:We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required.

Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant.

For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/TRANSFERABLE SKILLS:Any combination of experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.

A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:Experience/Training: Requires graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant training program.Licenses: Certification through a nationally recognized Medical Assistant certification program, such as AAMA, AMT, NCCT or CCMA, is required.Certification: CPR certification is required (valid CPR certification must be provided upon hire)Depending upon assignment, candidates may be required to pass a criminal background check.Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate and valid State driver’s licenseFor positions with a language Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA): Testing is required.Required Knowledge, Skill and Ability (KSA): These positions require advanced knowledge of and/or extensive experience with any of the following communities:African AmericanPacific IslanderAsian AmericanThis would be demonstrated by knowledge of the traditions, values and customs of the community being served, as well as the ability to identify specific examples of experience working directly with individuals and families who identify with the African American, Pacific Islander or Asian American community/communities.Bilingual Spanish or Russian: These positions require advanced knowledge of and/or extensive experience with the Hispanic/Latino/Latinx and/or Russian communities.

This would be demonstrated by knowledge of the traditions, values and customs of the community being served, as well as the ability to identify specific examples of experience working directly with individuals and families who identify with the Hispanic/Latino/Latinx and Russian community.

In addition, these positions require the ability to speak, write and read fluently in both the Spanish and/or Russian and English languages.

(language proficiency is required)Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify.

However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates.

Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.Knowledge of principles, and procedures of record-keeping and reporting.Ability to make observations concerning patients’ general health conditions.Ability to take and record vital signs and perform assigned laboratory tests.Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTION:Please let us know in your cover letter if you meet any of these cultural competencies /languages:African American cultural competencyPacific Islander cultural competencyAsian American cultural competencySpanish languageRussian languageThe Application Packet: You must submit all requested items below.

Failure to do so will be deemed as an incomplete application.A job application (or list resume or curriculum vitae if applicable) (If you do not address the minimum qualifications your application will be considered incomplete and will not move forward in the recruitment process.)A cover letter addressing why you are interested in the position and how you meet the qualifications for this position.

Provide your certification number, name on certification and expiration date.

Some positions may require the ability to speak, write and read fluently in both English and Spanish/Russian languages, please indicate if you meet this requirement.Attach a copy of your accredited Medical Assistant training diploma.The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page.

We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:Initial review of application, resume, and/or cover letter for minimum qualifications.

If you do not address the minimum qualifications in the application or resume your application will be considered incomplete and will not move forward in the recruitment process.An evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidatesConsideration of top candidates/interviewsBackground, reference, and education checksLanguage assessment (if applicable)Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don’t just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics.

The EEO is the Law poster is available for your reference.

Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

We request priority protected veteran referrals.Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference.

Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process.

Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance.

Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.Questions?Recruiter:Jon MarquardtEmail:jon.m.marquardt@multco.usPhone:+1 (503) 9888647 x88647Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process.

This process is subject to change without notice.Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change.

It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.Job Profile:6012
– Medical Assistant

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