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CCMA Certification in Oregon
Average salary $40,000 - $46,000 (BLS OEWS 2024, Portland metro $42,000-$50,000) for Certified Clinical Medical Assistants in Oregon.
50
Questions
25
Minutes
480
Training hours
75
Clinical hours
Scope of practice in Oregon
- ✓Draw blood — permitted under Oregon rules
- ✓Give injections — permitted
- ✓Administer oral medications — permitted
- ✓Perform EKGs — permitted
- ✓Assist with procedures — permitted
Oregon has broad MA scope under physician delegation; MAs can administer medications under specific protocols.
Top employers in Oregon
- Oregon Health & Science University
- Providence Health & Services
- Legacy Health
Oregon metros hiring CCMA-certified medical assistants
| City | Metro | Employment | Median / yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland | Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro | 12,450 | $46,590 |
| Salem | Salem | 2,180 | $44,300 |
| Eugene | Eugene | 2,120 | $43,370 |
| Gresham | Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro | 1,240 | $46,590 |
| Bend | Bend-Redmond | 1,240 | $45,030 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS May 2024, SOC 31-9092.
Oregon credentialing body
Oregon Society of Medical Assistants (OSMA-OR)
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