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The Dalles, Oregon

CMA (Outpatient) - Internal Medicine, FT Days

Medical AssistantFull-Time

Listed compensation

$21.14-$31.68/hr

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Job Description

In the heart of The Dalles, Oregon, Adventist Health Columbia Gorge has served the Columbia River Gorge community since 1901. We are comprised of a 49-bed hospital, various medical offices, home health, a birthing center and a vast scope of services located throughout The Dalles and the surrounding areas.

The Dalles is known for its picturesque views of the Columbia River, local charm and delicious downtown restaurants and bakeries. There is something for everyone in this scenic community.

Job Summary

Performs non-invasive, routine, technical support services under the specific authorization and supervision of a licensed physician, podiatrist, physician assistant, nurse practitioner or nurse midwife.

Job Requirements

Education and Work Experience

  • High School Education/GED or equivalent: Required

Licenses/Certifications

  • Medical Assistant Certification from an accredited institution: Required
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
  • Successful completion of audiometry and vision training or have a certificate from CHDP: Preferred
  • Phlebotomy certificate: Preferred

Facility Specific License/Certifications

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy:

Required

Essential Functions

  • Sets up exam rooms and checks in patients. Maintains a patient recall system, including continuity of care log for lab tests, referrals and transfers.
  • Obtains vital signs, and reports significant findings and pertinent patient observations to clinic physician.
  • Performs audiometry and vision testing.
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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Key Responsibilities

The Medical Assistant performs routine technical support services, including checking in patients and obtaining vital signs under the supervision of a licensed provider. They also maintain patient recall systems and perform specific diagnostic tests such as audiometry and vision screenings.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and a Medical Assistant certification from an accredited institution. Additionally, a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required for this position.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Patient check-inVital signs monitoringClinical support

Internal Medicine Career Context

Internal Medicine pay on WeekdayDoc is up 11.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Oregon is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$55k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $53k in an average-cost state. 62.0% of Oregon clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

median 5.1this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Medical Assistant roles listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 54 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in The Dalles

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$402k
Typical market rent
$1,728/mo
Residents’ average commute
17 min
State income tax
Up to 9.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Comprehensive benefits program