Occ Med Assistant
Location: Northeast Portland Clinic, 6633 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OR 97213 | Employment Type: Full-Time (~40 hours/week)
Schedule
Mon–Fri, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Pay
$22–26+/hr (based on experience)
About the role
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 who, in addition to regular MA responsibilities, completes supplemental Occupational Medicine duties during regularly scheduled clinical hours. The Occ Med Assistant performs important tasks in support of patient care and is an integral part of successful health outcomes and efficient Occ Med workflows.
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! Monthly team performance bonuses when the clinic thrives. In-house Limited Scope Radiography (LXMO) training with state certification costs fully covered. Core values: Commitment, Health, Excellence, Celebrate, Trust.
Responsibilities
Occupational Medicine Services
- Work as Medical Assistant to complete weekly Occ Med appointments and all follow‑up work as needed
- Perform occupational health services and physicals from start to finish
- Draw blood, give vaccines, run drug screens, and set up EKGs
- Assist in training staff for new Occ Med accounts where new forms/tests are being performed
Scheduling & Workflow Coordination
- Manage all Occ Med patients on Clockwise/scheduling queue; own your queue of Occupational Medicine visits
- Ensure appointments are set correctly and that all necessary Authorization Forms or protocols are followed
- Ensure smooth Occ Med workflow — getting appointments in and through the clinic with minimal disturbance and wait time
- Schedule follow‑ups or return visits for patients
- Serve as a key communication bridge — help patients get the info they need, fast
Results & Documentation
- Complete all Occ Med scanning into EMR; results in system within 24 hours of visit
- Send Occ Med results to employers per protocol
- Act as point person to reach out to clinics when results are not received or need changes
- Keep patient records sharp and up‑to‑date in Experity EMR
Equipment Calibration & Maintenance
- Follow selected Calibration Schedule report and ensure equipment is calibrated on a regular schedule (Spirometry/EKG, Audio, BAT, Grip Strength, Pinch, Push/pull, other Occ Med equipment as added)
- Document calibration schedule & results in Calibration Report
- Communicate needed Occ Med supplies; communicate issues/abnormalities on POs to Sales Managers
- Report issues and possible errors to Clinic Manager and Occ Med Sales Manager
- Stock supplies, prep equipment, and perform daily checks on meds, supplies, and sterilization logs
Patient Care & Clinical Support
- Assist providers in procedures and deliver exceptional care
- Own the triage process: take vitals, assess needs, help patients feel at ease
- Jump in at the front desk when needed (scheduling, check‑ins, insurance)
Communication & General Responsibilities
- Assist with communication between clinics, clients, and Sales Department team & managers
- Operate within established parameters and influence development/decisions regarding new policy or guidelines
- Exhibit authority within scope of responsibility; innovate and improve internal processes
- 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 (urgent care experience a bonus)
- X‑ray experience (RT or LXMO)
Benefits
- 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