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Certified Medical Assistant jobs can qualify for EB-3 skilled worker sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, with some candidates meeting EB-2 criteria based on advanced credentials. Employers file with DOL and USCIS to permanently sponsor foreign professionals, converting a job offer into lawful permanent residency.
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Get Access To All JobsJob Title: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Orthopedic clinic
Job Type: Full Time - M-F
Your experience matters:
At Willamette Valley Medical Center, we are committed to empowering and supporting a diverse and determined workforce that can drive quality, scalability, and significant impact across our hospitals and communities. In your role, you’ll support those in our facilities who interface with and provide care to our patients and community members. We believe that our collective efforts will shape a healthier future for the communities we serve.
How you'll contribute:
A Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) who excels in this role:
- Performs routine clinical and administrative duties in support of assigned area or office. Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
- Under the supervision of physician or nurse, assists with performing patient assessments and treatments.
- Performs basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection.
- Monitors and communicates changes in patient condition.
- Documents patient care given.
- Maintains equipment and medical supplies, including reordering, stocking, cleaning, and troubleshooting.
- Maintains examination areas.
- Performs administrative or clerical duties as assigned, including filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration.
What we're looking for:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Graduate of accredited medical assistance program or equivalent Required
- License: Certified Medical Assistant - CMA
- Orthopedic Clinic experience highly preferred
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Within 60 days of hire
Schedule: Full time - Monday to Thursday 8AM to 5PM, Fridays 8AM to 12PM
Why join us:
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
- Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
- Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave, and a minimum of 10 days of paid time off per year (for full-time employees) as well as 8 paid holidays per year.
- Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
- Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
- Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
Connect with a Recruiter:
Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Hunter Delacruz by emailing hunter.delacruz@lifepoint.net
About us
Willamette Valley Medical Center is a 60-bed hospital located in McMinnville, OR, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone—your experience matters.
EEOC Statement
Willamette Valley Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Willamette Valley Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve. Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
Job Title: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Orthopedic clinic
Job Type: Full Time - M-F
Your experience matters:
At Willamette Valley Medical Center, we are committed to empowering and supporting a diverse and determined workforce that can drive quality, scalability, and significant impact across our hospitals and communities. In your role, you’ll support those in our facilities who interface with and provide care to our patients and community members. We believe that our collective efforts will shape a healthier future for the communities we serve.
How you'll contribute:
A Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) who excels in this role:
- Performs routine clinical and administrative duties in support of assigned area or office. Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
- Under the supervision of physician or nurse, assists with performing patient assessments and treatments.
- Performs basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection.
- Monitors and communicates changes in patient condition.
- Documents patient care given.
- Maintains equipment and medical supplies, including reordering, stocking, cleaning, and troubleshooting.
- Maintains examination areas.
- Performs administrative or clerical duties as assigned, including filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration.
What we're looking for:
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Graduate of accredited medical assistance program or equivalent Required
- License: Certified Medical Assistant - CMA
- Orthopedic Clinic experience highly preferred
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Within 60 days of hire
Schedule: Full time - Monday to Thursday 8AM to 5PM, Fridays 8AM to 12PM
Why join us:
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
- Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
- Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave, and a minimum of 10 days of paid time off per year (for full-time employees) as well as 8 paid holidays per year.
- Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
- Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
- Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
Connect with a Recruiter:
Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Hunter Delacruz by emailing hunter.delacruz@lifepoint.net
About us
Willamette Valley Medical Center is a 60-bed hospital located in McMinnville, OR, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone—your experience matters.
EEOC Statement
Willamette Valley Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Willamette Valley Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve. Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as a Certified Medical Assistant
Match your credentials to PERM requirements
Before applying, confirm your foreign medical assistant diploma or certification maps to U.S.-recognized credentials like the CMA (AAMA) or RMA. PERM requires the employer to document that your qualifications meet the minimum requirements listed in the job posting.
Target health systems with E-Verify enrollment
Hospitals and outpatient clinics enrolled in E-Verify have already built compliance infrastructure, making PERM sponsorship a smaller operational lift for their HR teams. Prioritize these employers when researching certified medical assistant openings.
Use OFLC Wage Search before salary negotiations
PERM requires your offered wage to meet the DOL prevailing wage for your job zone and location. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your target city before you receive an offer so you can recognize whether the employer's wage qualifies.
Find sponsoring employers through Migrate Mate
Searching for certified medical assistant roles with green card sponsorship history is faster when the data is pre-filtered. Migrate Mate surfaces employers who have filed PERM or I-140 petitions for this role, so you spend less time on dead ends.
Clarify EB-2 versus EB-3 with your employer early
Most certified medical assistant roles qualify under EB-3 skilled worker, but candidates holding a bachelor's degree in a health science field may qualify for EB-2 advanced-degree sponsorship. Confirm which category applies before your employer begins recruitment for the PERM record.
Understand concurrent filing once I-140 is approved
Once your employer's I-140 petition is approved, you can file I-485 adjustment of status concurrently if a visa number is immediately available. For EB-3 applicants from most countries, this can significantly shorten the gap between approval and permanent residency.
Green Card Certified Medical Assistant: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a certified medical assistant role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Most certified medical assistant positions qualify under EB-3 skilled worker, which requires at least two years of training or experience. Candidates who hold a U.S. bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in a health science discipline may qualify for EB-2 advanced-degree sponsorship if the employer is willing to document that the role requires an advanced degree.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B visa sponsorship is temporary and subject to annual cap lotteries, making it difficult to obtain for many clinical support roles. PERM-based EB-3 sponsorship leads to permanent residency and has no annual cap at the petition level. The PERM process does take longer overall, typically 18 to 36 months from labor certification through I-485 approval, but the outcome is lawful permanent residency rather than a two- or three-year work authorization period.
What does the PERM labor certification process require from the employer?
Your employer must conduct a DOL-supervised recruitment process to demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available for the role before sponsoring you. They post the job, document applicant rejections with lawful reasons, then file an ETA-9089 application with DOL. Only after PERM is certified can they file the I-140 immigrant petition on your behalf with USCIS.
Where can I find certified medical assistant jobs that offer green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically to surface jobs with employment-based green card sponsorship history, filtered by role and employer. Searching by job title on Migrate Mate shows you which health systems and outpatient clinics have an active track record of filing PERM and I-140 petitions for certified medical assistant positions, saving you significant research time.
Can I switch employers after my I-140 is approved but before I get my green card?
Yes, under AC21 portability rules you can change to a same or similar occupation after your I-140 has been approved and your I-485 has been pending for at least 180 days. For certified medical assistants, a comparable clinical support role at a different employer generally qualifies. Notify USCIS of the job change to preserve your priority date and adjustment of status filing.