Medical Assistant Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Oregon
Oregon's medical assistant job market is anchored by major health systems including Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU), Providence Health & Services, and Legacy Health, with hiring concentrated in Portland, Salem, and Eugene. Some of these employers have sponsored work visas for clinical support roles, particularly H-1B visa and TN visa classifications for qualified international applicants.
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Pacific Medical Group of Praxis Health, would like to invite reliable, friendly and energetic Medical Assistants with outstanding people skills to join our team.
Why Join Us?
- A consistent schedule; Full-time
- Competitive pay
- Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(K) with discretionary employer match, and paid time off
- A collaborative, patient-focused environment where your skills are valued
About the Role
As a Medical Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting providers and ensuring seamless patient care. Your responsibilities will include:
- Rooming patients, obtaining vitals, medical history, and allergy/asthma updates.
- Accurately documenting in Electronic Health Records (EHR).
- Assisting providers with clinical procedures and testing.
- Managing clinical tasks including prior authorizations, referrals, and prescription support.
- Contributing to daily team flow, supporting both patients and fellow staff.
- Maintaining a safe, clean, and organized clinical environment.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
- Medical Assisting diploma from an accredited vocational institution or a community college program preferred
- At least 1 year of experience as a Medical Assistant
- Ability to multi-task and provide support to multiple providers
- Strong customer service skills and attention to detail
- BLS certification (or willing to obtain within 30 days of hire)
- Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) preferred
About Our Company
Praxis Health is a family of medical groups providing high-quality healthcare throughout the state of Oregon. Our community-based clinics are the DNA of our business, providing better medicine, advocacy for our patients, and a satisfying and collaborative culture for our providers and staff. The Praxis family approach is dynamically different from other healthcare companies in Oregon. We are not "big box" health care, but rather a company of small groups and clinics, of nimble micro-cultures that can quickly adapt to industry changes, as well as patient needs. We have been serving communities across the beautiful and adventurous state of Oregon for over 50 years! And we are pioneers and thought leaders in the industry. Our commitment to innovative and operational excellence has allowed us to create healthcare solutions that are both cost-efficient and cutting-edge. Come see how healthcare is done right!
General Physical Requirements
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.
- The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch.
- The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Work Environment: Combination of medical office and exam/procedure room settings.
OSHA Category
This position performs tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, and/or tissues. All employees performing these duties are offered the opportunity to receive the Hepatitis-B vaccination series.
Join Our Team as a Medical Assistant in North Portland!
Pacific Medical Group of Praxis Health, would like to invite reliable, friendly and energetic Medical Assistants with outstanding people skills to join our team.
Why Join Us?
- A consistent schedule; Full-time
- Competitive pay
- Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(K) with discretionary employer match, and paid time off
- A collaborative, patient-focused environment where your skills are valued
About the Role
As a Medical Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting providers and ensuring seamless patient care. Your responsibilities will include:
- Rooming patients, obtaining vitals, medical history, and allergy/asthma updates.
- Accurately documenting in Electronic Health Records (EHR).
- Assisting providers with clinical procedures and testing.
- Managing clinical tasks including prior authorizations, referrals, and prescription support.
- Contributing to daily team flow, supporting both patients and fellow staff.
- Maintaining a safe, clean, and organized clinical environment.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
- Medical Assisting diploma from an accredited vocational institution or a community college program preferred
- At least 1 year of experience as a Medical Assistant
- Ability to multi-task and provide support to multiple providers
- Strong customer service skills and attention to detail
- BLS certification (or willing to obtain within 30 days of hire)
- Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) preferred
About Our Company
Praxis Health is a family of medical groups providing high-quality healthcare throughout the state of Oregon. Our community-based clinics are the DNA of our business, providing better medicine, advocacy for our patients, and a satisfying and collaborative culture for our providers and staff. The Praxis family approach is dynamically different from other healthcare companies in Oregon. We are not "big box" health care, but rather a company of small groups and clinics, of nimble micro-cultures that can quickly adapt to industry changes, as well as patient needs. We have been serving communities across the beautiful and adventurous state of Oregon for over 50 years! And we are pioneers and thought leaders in the industry. Our commitment to innovative and operational excellence has allowed us to create healthcare solutions that are both cost-efficient and cutting-edge. Come see how healthcare is done right!
General Physical Requirements
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.
- The employee is occasionally required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch.
- The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Work Environment: Combination of medical office and exam/procedure room settings.
OSHA Category
This position performs tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, and/or tissues. All employees performing these duties are offered the opportunity to receive the Hepatitis-B vaccination series.
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Search Medical Assistant Jobs in OregonMedical Assistant Jobs in Oregon: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies sponsor visas for medical assistants in Oregon?
The largest health systems in Oregon, including OHSU, Providence Health & Services, Legacy Health, and PeaceHealth, have histories of sponsoring work visas for clinical roles. Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) serving rural and underserved communities in Oregon also occasionally sponsor international candidates. Sponsorship is not universal and depends on the employer's workforce needs and HR policies at the time of hiring.
Which visa types are most common for medical assistant roles in Oregon?
The H-1B visa is the most common pathway for international medical assistants in Oregon, provided the role qualifies as a specialty occupation requiring a relevant bachelor's degree or equivalent. Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify for the TN visa under the USMCA treaty. Filipino or other foreign-trained clinical professionals sometimes enter through the EB-3 employment-based green card route sponsored by Oregon health systems facing persistent staffing shortages.
Which cities in Oregon have the most medical assistant sponsorship jobs?
Portland is Oregon's primary hub for medical assistant sponsorship jobs, driven by the concentration of large health systems and specialty clinics in the metro area. Salem, as the state capital, hosts several regional medical centers with active hiring. Eugene and Bend are secondary markets with growing demand, particularly in outpatient and community health settings that have expanded staffing in recent years.
How to find medical assistant visa sponsorship jobs in Oregon?
Migrate Mate is designed specifically for international job seekers looking for visa sponsorship roles in the U.S. You can filter by state and job category to surface medical assistant positions in Oregon where employers are open to sponsorship. Because sponsorship availability changes with each hiring cycle, checking Migrate Mate regularly and setting up alerts for Oregon medical assistant roles gives you the most current view of what's available.
Are there state-specific considerations for medical assistants seeking visa sponsorship in Oregon?
Oregon does not require medical assistants to hold a state license, but many employers prefer or require national certification such as CMA (AAMA) or RMA. OHSU and other academic medical centers in Oregon often have established international hiring infrastructure, which can streamline the sponsorship process. Oregon's prevailing wage requirements under H-1B rules mean employers must meet Department of Labor wage standards for the Portland or regional wage area where the role is based.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored medical assistant jobs in Oregon?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.