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Medical Assistant Jobs in Oregon

$46K median salary • Top employers hiring now

Oregon's healthcare industry employs approximately 225,000 workers in a state known for progressive healthcare policy. OHSU (Oregon Health & Science University) provides academic leadership. Providence Health and Legacy Health compete in Portland. The state ranks 19th in health outcomes with strong preventive care culture. No sales tax adds value to compensation. Portland dominates the market while rural Oregon faces access challenges. Outdoor lifestyle attracts healthcare workers prioritizing quality of life.

1,450+
Annual Jobs
$46K
Median Salary
8%
Job Growth
$0
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Oregon Healthcare Industry

Understanding the OR healthcare job market:

Oregon's healthcare industry employs approximately 225,000 workers in a state known for progressive healthcare policy. OHSU (Oregon Health & Science University) provides academic leadership. Providence Health and Legacy Health compete in Portland. The state ranks 19th in health outcomes with strong preventive care culture. No sales tax adds value to compensation. Portland dominates the market while rural Oregon faces access challenges. Outdoor lifestyle attracts healthcare workers prioritizing quality of life.

225,000
Healthcare Workers
62
Hospitals
#19
Health Ranking
113.0%
Cost of Living

Medical Assistant Salary in Oregon

OR salary ranges by experience level:

Salary by Experience

Entry-Level
(0-1 years)
$36,000
Mid-Level
(2-4 years)
$46,000
Experienced
(5+ years)
$52,000

What Affects Your Salary

Portland pays highest with OHSU academic premiums. No sales tax adds 5-8% to effective compensation. Providence and Legacy compete driving solid wages. Bend is expensive (resort growth). Rural Oregon pays less but may offer housing incentives. Coast communities balance lifestyle with moderate wages. Bilingual Spanish adds value.

Top Medical Assistant Employers in Oregon

Oregon features OHSU academic leadership and competing Portland systems:

OHSU (Oregon Health & Science University)

95 hires/yr

Portland

Oregon's only academic medical center on hilltop campus. CMAs work alongside OHSU faculty in academic environment. State employee benefits. Research and teaching mission.

Providence Health & Services Oregon

120 hires/yr

Portland, statewide (8 hospitals)

Pacific Northwest's largest health system with strong Oregon presence. 8 Oregon hospitals. CMAs have extensive mobility. Catholic mission with comprehensive benefits.

Legacy Health

85 hires/yr

Portland (6 hospitals)

Portland's nonprofit health system with 6 hospitals. CMAs serve diverse Portland communities. Competing with Providence benefits wages.

Kaiser Permanente Northwest

70 hires/yr

Portland, Salem

Integrated health plan and delivery system. CMAs work in Kaiser's team-based model. Strong benefits including retirement.

PeaceHealth

45 hires/yr

Eugene, Springfield, Oregon Coast

Lane County and coast's Catholic health system. CMAs enjoy Eugene's college town or coastal lifestyle. Part of Pacific Northwest PeaceHealth network.

Salem Health

40 hires/yr

Salem, Willamette Valley

State capital's community health system. CMAs serve Salem and Willamette Valley. Independent system with community focus.

OR Job Market by Region

Where the jobs are in Oregon:

Region Annual Openings % of State
Portland Metro940+65%
Salem/Willamette Valley175+12%
Eugene/Springfield130+9%
Bend/Central Oregon75+5%
Medford/Southern Oregon60+4%
Oregon Coast35+2%

Success Stories from Oregon

“OHSU is Oregon's academic center—on a hilltop overlooking Portland with views of Mt. Hood. I work with specialists in research and teaching environment. No sales tax is real money back. Portland has everything—food, culture, nature. The rain is worth it for everything else.”

Michelle K.

Clinical Medical Assistant

OHSU

Started at $42K at OHSU. Academic medicine with Pacific Northwest lifestyle.

“Virginia Garcia serves farmworker and immigrant families—my Spanish makes me essential. This is community health at its best. Washington County's Hispanic population needs bilingual healthcare. FQHC benefits are solid. I'm making a difference in my own community every day.”

Carlos M.

Bilingual CMA

Virginia Garcia Health Center

Earning $44K with bilingual value. Community health impact with FQHC benefits.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Oregon's no sales tax affect CMA earnings?
Significantly. No sales tax adds 5-8% to purchasing power on everyday expenses. Combined with competitive wages, Oregon offers strong effective compensation. Note: Oregon has state income tax, unlike Washington.
How prestigious is OHSU?
Oregon's only academic medical center—hilltop campus with iconic views. Strong research programs. State employee benefits. While not nationally ranked like Cleveland Clinic, OHSU provides excellent academic medicine experience in Oregon.
Is Bend a good CMA market?
Bend offers exceptional outdoor lifestyle but high cost of living (resort growth). St. Charles Health System serves the region. Wages are competitive but housing is expensive. Best for those prioritizing outdoor recreation.
Is bilingual Spanish valuable in Oregon?
Yes, especially in Willamette Valley (farmworker communities), Washington County, and Salem area. Virginia Garcia and community health centers require Spanish. Growing Hispanic population creates demand throughout the state.
What's the job outlook for CMAs in Oregon?
Oregon's CMA market grows at 8% annually with 1,450+ openings. Portland systems expanding. Rural Oregon faces critical shortages. #19 health ranking reflects healthcare investment. Strong outlook through 2034.

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Oregon's healthcare industry employs approximately 225,000 workers in a state known for progressive healthcare policy. OHSU (Oregon Health & Science University) provides academic leadership. Providence Health and Legacy Health compete in Portland. The state ranks 19th in health outcomes with strong preventive care culture. No sales tax adds value to compensation. Portland dominates the market while rural Oregon faces access challenges. Outdoor lifestyle attracts healthcare workers prioritizing quality of life.

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