Columbia Memorial Hospital

04/24/2026

Applications are now open for the Medical Assistant Internship Program with CMH and the CMH-OHSU Health Medical Group. The next intern cohort will start in June.

The program is a paid six-month internship with the curriculum and hands-on clinical hours to obtain a medical assistant certification. It is made up of half classroom instruction through the U.S. Career Institute and half hands-on training in clinics. Interns will be full-time employees of CMH and will be eligible for benefits.

Applications are due by May 6. Apply now:

Applications are now open for the Medical Assistant Internship Program with CMH and the CMH-OHSU Health Medical Group. The next intern cohort will start in June.

04/23/2026

Happy National Volunteer Week! Our volunteers have a long history of giving to the hospital and its patients. Thank you to all of our CMH volunteers for all that you do!

We would love to have you join our team! If you're interested in signing up to be a volunteer, visit: https://www.columbiamemorial.org/about-us/volunteer-opportunities/

04/23/2026

CMH has enhanced its care for the community by offering a wider range of pediatric surgeries onsite in Astoria. Expanded pediatric surgery offerings are focused on ENT (Ear, Nose & Throat) and Urology procedures. The hospital will continue to offer the pediatric surgeries performed historically.

“While surgery can feel intimidating, our compassionate surgical team helps ease the experience by offering clear explanations, practical advice and language tailored for children,” says Beverly Selga, director of Surgical Services.

Read more about the pediatric procedures available now: https://www.columbiamemorial.org/news/releases/pediatric-surgeries-expanding-at-cmh/

04/23/2026

Thank you to our community sponsor, Tita Montero, for supporting our new signature fundraising event, the Giving for Good Gala on Saturday, May 2.

"I believe in contributing to the institutions and the nonprofits that I believe do good work and benefit the community," she shares, "and this is something that I truly believe in for CMH."

Join us at the Gala: https://www.columbiamemorial.org/news/releases/an-evening-with-purpose-cmh-giving-for-good-gala-debuts-may-2/

Seaside resident Tita Montero recently donated $5,000 to purchase a stone bench for the new labyrinth that will be next to the expanded hospital.

04/22/2026

Spring is in bloom around the CMH campus. Happy Earth Day! 🌸

04/22/2026

"Palliative care is an area in the medical field where I can truly practice holistic medicine and help my patients live the best life they can," says palliative care nurse practitioner Amanda Shields.

Read more about palliative care at Lower Columbia Hospice & Palliative Care in a Q&A below.

Read how she guides care and advocates for her patients.

04/21/2026

It's Health Information Management Week at CMH! We're celebrating all of our medical records caregivers, including Brandie Orme, who help ensure patient information is safe, accurate and accessible. Thank you, HIM caregivers!

04/21/2026

CMH offers full-time pediatric occupational therapy, with two experienced therapists helping children build daily living, play and school skills. Care is tailored to each child's unique needs.

Patients need a referral for occupational therapy. You can bring a referral or ask your provider to send one to CMH Rehabilitation Services. Call 503.338.7555 for more information, or have your provider fax a referral to 503.338.7557.

Learn how OT supports growing kids: https://www.columbiamemorial.org/health-compass-newsletter/issues/spring-2026/full-time-pediatric-occupational-therapy-available-at-cmh/

04/21/2026

CMH partnered with Clatsop County Public Health and Providence Seaside Hospital to conduct a comprehensive Community Health Needs Assessment (CHNA) for the region in 2025.

The report’s findings identify key areas needing further development, including social drivers of health, access to care and providers, services for Spanish speakers, and mental and behavioral health services.

Learn more: https://www.columbiamemorial.org/news/releases/clatsop-county-health-partners-release-2025-community-health-needs-assessment-findings/

04/20/2026

Guests at this year's CMH: Giving for Good Gala can look forward to another opportunity to take home a stunning, one-of-a-kind piece created by Holly McHone Jewelers just for the occasion.

Purchase a jewelry box ($150 per entry at the event) for a chance to win this 14k yellow gold tennis bracelet with .33cttw diamonds. Join us at the Gala on May 2 for a chance to win: https://www.columbiamemorial.org/news/releases/an-evening-with-purpose-cmh-giving-for-good-gala-debuts-may-2/

04/20/2026

Join us for a welcoming support group for new parents and babies, facilitated by a nurse who is a childbirth educator and lactation consultant. The CMH Baby Club meets every fourth Friday of each month from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m.

Learn more: https://www.columbiamemorial.org/calendar/events/cmh-baby-club/?calendardate=20260424123000