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How much do clinical support associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 27, 2026, the average hourly pay for clinical support associate in Portland, OR is $29.19, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $26.25 and $32.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Clinical Support Associate vs Medical Assistant?

AspectClinical Support AssociateMedical Assistant
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require certificationHigh school diploma or equivalent; certification preferred
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, outpatient facilitiesDoctor's offices, clinics, outpatient settings
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting with patient prep, clerical tasks, basic clinical proceduresPatient intake, vital signs, assisting with exams, administrative duties

Both roles support healthcare teams but differ slightly in responsibilities and settings. Clinical Support Associates often focus on clinical tasks and patient prep, while Medical Assistants handle both clinical and administrative duties primarily in outpatient clinics. Understanding these differences can help you choose the right career path or job search focus.

What are Clinical Support Associates?

Clinical Support Associates are healthcare professionals who assist medical staff in hospitals, clinics, or other healthcare settings. Their responsibilities typically include supporting nurses and doctors with patient care tasks, preparing examination rooms, taking vital signs, and maintaining medical records. They play a crucial role in ensuring smooth operations and improving patient experiences. Clinical Support Associates often serve as a liaison between patients and medical staff, helping to address patient needs and concerns. Training requirements may vary, but most positions require a high school diploma and on-the-job training.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Clinical Support Associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Clinical Support Associate, you need a solid understanding of medical terminology, patient care protocols, and a high school diploma or equivalent, often supplemented by healthcare experience or certification such as Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA). Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems, office software, and basic medical equipment is typically required. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication are key soft skills that enhance performance in this role. These skills and qualities are important to ensure accurate patient data management, smooth clinical operations, and positive patient experiences.

What are some common challenges faced by Clinical Support Associates when balancing administrative tasks with patient care responsibilities?

Clinical Support Associates often juggle a variety of responsibilities, from managing patient records and scheduling appointments to assisting with direct patient care. One common challenge is efficiently prioritizing tasks during busy periods, especially when urgent patient needs arise alongside administrative deadlines. Maintaining strong organizational skills and clear communication with clinical teams can help manage these competing demands. Many clinics provide training and encourage teamwork to ensure that both administrative and patient care duties are met without compromising service quality.
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Clinical Support Specialist

Clinical Support Specialist

Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic

Woodburn, OR

$19.58 - $23.98/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago

Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 11 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Join our team as a Clinical Support Specialist at Salud Medical Center in Woodburn, OR!

Be part of a healthcare organization that believes in making a difference beyond medical care! We've transformed into a leading community health center in the Pacific Northwest with 40+ clinics across Washington and Oregon. We offer a wide range of services such as medical, dental, pharmacy, orthodontia, nutritional counseling, autism screening, and behavioral health. Our holistic model also extends assistance to shelter, energy, weatherization, HIV and AIDS counseling, home visits, and mobile medical/dental clinics.

Explore our short clips, "WE are Yakima - WE are Family" and "YVFWC - And then we grew," for a glimpse into our dedication to our communities, health, and families.

Visit our website at www.yvfwc.com to learn more about our organization.

Position Highlights:

  • $19.58-$23.98/hour DOE with the ability to go higher for highly experienced candidates

  • Additional pay for your bilingual skills, paid on hours worked

  • 100% employer-paid health insurance including medical, dental, vision, Rx, and 24/7 telemedicine

  • Profit sharing & 403(b) retirement plan available

  • Generous PTO, 8 paid holidays, and much more!

What You'll Do:

  • Maintains and updates reports and registries for the PCHH team. Responsible for all registry work to include outreach activities, scheduling and documentation. Reviews registry data and ensures proper compliance with established workflows and procedures

  • Completes audits for invasive procedures and in-house labs. Audits other PCHH data and initiatives. Tracks all audits, providing documentation of audits as requested

  • Identifies and collects process improvement ideas and communicates them to the appropriate staff

  • Works with patients and staff to ensure completion of Release of Information (ROI) forms. Sends subpoenas and court orders to the Health Information Management (HIM) department for processing

  • Sorts and distributes mail and faxes to the appropriate department or recipient

  • Provides Obstetrics (OB) support as needed to include running reports, maintaining the OB log, and providing consent forms and records to the hospital

  • Provides chart review support to Physician Assistants (PA) and Nurse Practitioners (NP) as needed. This includes forwarding the chart reviews to physicians and maintaining a chart review log

  • Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)

  • Associates Degree or Certificate from an accredited technical school preferred

  • One year's experience working in an office setting, preferably a medical or dental office

  • Two years' experience working in a medical or dental office preferred

  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) required at level 9 on the language proficiency scale to receive bilingual differential pay

  • Ability to prioritize work and handle a variety of tasks simultaneously, with frequent interruptions

  • Ability to effectively interact with patients, providers and staff in a professional manner

  • Basic proficiency with a variety of computer programs including Electronic Medical Records, Word and Excel

  • Basic knowledge of medical terminology desired

  • This position requires travel to provide coverage at various sites

  • Duties may require work during the evenings, weekends and holidays

Our Mission Statement

"Together we transform our communities through compassionate, individualized care, eliminating barriers to health and well-being."

Our mission celebrates inclusivity. We are committed to equal-opportunity employment.

Employment Type: Full time

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