Medical Assistant (MA) - Falmouth Primary Care

MaineHealth; Falmouth; On-site; USD 4,000 - 5,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will support patient care and administrative tasks, ensuring a seamless experience for patients. With a commitment to fostering an inclusive environment, this organization offers a range of benefits, including paid parental leave and flexible work policies. If you're passionate about delivering top-quality care and want to grow in a supportive setting, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a collaborative team that values community and professional development.

Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Work Policies

Student Loan Assistance

Training and Education Resources

Well-Being Resources

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Medical Assisting program or equivalent experience.
• Current certification from AAMA, NHA, AMT, or NCCT preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support patient care and administrative tasks in a team-based environment.
• Ensure smooth patient flow under the supervision of a physician.

Skills

Clinical Experience

Medical Assisting Certification

BLS Certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational/Community College Program in Medical Assisting

Job description

Description

Position: Nursing/Clinical Support

Req #: 19114

Sign-on Bonuses for Medical Assistants at MaineHealth

• $4,000 for candidates with 0-1 years of experience (full-time)
• $5,000 for candidates with 1+ years of experience (full-time)

Eligibility criteria include being hired into a full or part-time MA position. Bonuses are prorated for part-time hires; per diem hires are ineligible. Current MaineHealth employees and former employees with less than 6 months since separation are ineligible.

Role Summary

The Medical Assistant (MA) supports patient care and administrative tasks in a team-based environment, ensuring smooth patient flow. The MA works under the license of a physician or advanced practice practitioner when performing clinical and patient care duties.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

1. Education: High School diploma or GED preferred. Must meet one of the following: graduate from an accredited vocational or community college program in Medical Assisting with 160 hours of clinical experience; completion of an Adult Education Medical Assistant program with 6 months of clinical experience; or 1 year of clinical experience in a multi-provider practice. Equivalent experience evaluated case-by-case.
2. License/Certifications: Current certification from AAMA, NHA, AMT, or NCCT preferred or achieved within one year. Current BLS certification required or obtained within 30 days of start. For positions in New Hampshire, NH Med Tech License or NH EMT/National Registry EMT license is required.
3. Experience: At least 6 months of clinical experience with certification or 1 year of experience as a Medical Assistant.
4. Additional Skills/Requirements: Not specified.

Additional Information

Working across MaineHealth locations, you'll collaborate with healthcare professionals who value their team and community. Benefits include paid parental leave, flexible work policies, student loan assistance, training, education, and well-being resources.

MaineHealth is committed to investing in its care team and fostering an inclusive environment where you can thrive. If you're interested in building a career in a supportive setting dedicated to delivering top-quality care, apply today.

For questions about this role, contact Jayne B. Conley.