Care Assistant Jobs in Oregon

Care assistant jobs in Oregon are in high demand, with steady openings in home health agencies, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living communities, and adult foster care homes. Portland, Salem, and Eugene are the largest hiring hubs, where established employers such as Legacy Health, PeaceHealth, and Avamere Family of Companies maintain consistent care assistant staffing. Memory care support, dementia-focused personal care, and post-acute rehabilitation assistance are among the most sought-after specialties. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles32
Top employerGoHealth Urgent Care
Top cityPortland, OR
Cities hiring19
Work type50% On-site
Top credentialMaster's degree

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OnePeak Medical
Primary Care Functional Medicine - Physician Assistant
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Primary Care Functional Medicine - Physician Assistant
OnePeak Medical
Lake Oswego, Oregon
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physicians
201-500

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Temporary Child Care Assistant - Preschool, 4.5 hrs x 4 days a wk
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Temporary Child Care Assistant - Preschool, 4.5 hrs x 4 days a wk
Junction City SD 69
Junction City, Oregon
Compliance & Legal
Compliance & Risk
Security & Protective Services
$16.83 - $22.93/hr
Associate's degree

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St. Charles Health System
Medical Assistant - Family Care
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Medical Assistant - Family Care
St. Charles Health System
Redmond, Oregon
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
$26.18 - $33.51/hr
BLS Certification
1,001-5,000

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GoHealth Urgent Care
Urgent Care Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Full Time
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Urgent Care Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Full Time
GoHealth Urgent Care
Oregon City, Oregon
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Master's degree
501-1,000

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GoHealth Urgent Care
Urgent Care Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Full Time
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Urgent Care Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - Full Time
GoHealth Urgent Care
Gresham, Oregon
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Master's degree
501-1,000

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Care Assistant Jobs by City in Oregon

Where Oregon roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Portland
8 jobs
Eugene
4 jobs
Albany
2 jobs
Gresham
2 jobs
Lake Oswego
2 jobs
Bend
1 job
Bandon
1 job
Lebanon
1 job
Redmond
1 job

Care Assistant Job Market in Oregon

A snapshot from current Oregon openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

GoHealth Urgent Care
GoHealth Urgent Care6 open roles
Optum
Optum5 open roles
Samaritan Health Services
Samaritan Health Services3 open roles

What Oregon Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in care assistant jobs across Oregon.

  • Current Oregon Home Care Commission (OHCC) registration or eligibility to obtain it
  • Valid CPR and first aid certification from an accredited provider
  • Ability to pass Oregon Department of Human Services background check requirements
  • Prior experience providing personal care or activities of daily living assistance to clients
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent recognized by Oregon institutions
  • Reliable transportation and valid driver's license for community or home-based roles

Care Assistant Jobs in Oregon: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a care assistant in Oregon?

The primary path is registering with the Oregon Home Care Commission, which oversees personal support workers and home care workers in the state. Most positions require completing OHCC-approved basic training covering personal care, safety, and client rights before working independently. Roles inside licensed facilities such as assisted living or memory care communities may require additional employer-specific orientation and a clean background check through the Oregon Department of Human Services.

Which companies hire care assistants in Oregon?

Oregon care assistant roles are posted by GoHealth Urgent Care, Optum, and Samaritan Health Services and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Oregon's mix of large health systems, regional assisted living chains, and independently operated adult foster care homes means openings are distributed across both major metros and rural communities throughout the state.

Which Oregon cities have the most care assistant jobs?

Portland, Eugene, and Albany have the most care assistant openings in Oregon. The Portland metro drives the largest share of listings because of its concentration of hospital systems, skilled nursing facilities, and home health agencies, while Salem and Eugene support steady demand through their regional medical centers and growing senior populations in surrounding communities.

Are there remote care assistant jobs in Oregon?

Yes, but they're rare. Care assistant work is fundamentally hands-on, requiring in-person support with daily living activities, so most positions are on-site or in a client's home. About 50% of care assistant openings tied to Oregon are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those roles typically involve care coordination, scheduling support, or telephonic check-ins rather than direct personal care.

How can I get hired as a care assistant in Oregon with little or no experience?

Applying directly to adult foster care homes and home care agencies is the most realistic starting point, as many hire candidates willing to complete Oregon Home Care Commission training on or before their first day. Large Oregon employers such as Avamere and Marquis Companies run new employee orientation programs that bring entry-level hires up to standard without prior experience. Completing OHCC basic training in advance and obtaining a current CPR card gives applicants a clear edge over other first-time candidates.

Where can I find and apply to care assistant jobs in Oregon?

You can find and apply to care assistant jobs in Oregon on Migrate Mate, which lists current Oregon openings from employers across the state. Search the listings to find roles that fit your experience, availability, and preferred location, then apply directly to the positions that match.

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