Medical Assistant - Orthopedics, Norway

MaineHealth; Norway; On-site; NOK 273,000 - 351,000; Part time

Job summary

MaineHealth Orthopedics in Norway is seeking a compassionate Medical Assistant to support an outpatient orthopedic practice, handling clinical and administrative duties in a fast-paced environment.

You will room patients, obtain vital signs, assist with procedures, and coordinate imaging and follow-up care while maintaining accurate medical records. Strong communication and teamwork are essential for patient-focused care in this role.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or GED preferred; MA program with 160 hours of clinical experience, or Adult Education Medical Assistant program with 6 months of clinical experience, or 1 year of clinical experience in a multi-provider practice.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and obtain vital signs and medical histories.
• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures.
• Assist with orthopedic treatments and coordinate imaging and follow-up care.
• Maintain accurate medical records and support providers with clinical and administrative duties.

Skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or GED; MA program with 160 hours clinical experience OR equivalent

Job description

Description

Stephens Hospital

Nursing/Clinical Support

Req #: 89867

Join our Orthopedics team in Norway as a per diem Medical Assistant!

MaineHealth Orthopedics in Norway is seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented Medical Assistant to join our team and help provide exceptional care to patients throughout their orthopedic journey. This is a great opportunity to work alongside orthopedic providers in a collaborative, fast-paced outpatient practice.

In this role, you will support providers with both clinical and administrative responsibilities, including rooming patients, obtaining vital signs and medical histories, preparing patients for examinations and procedures, assisting with orthopedic treatments, coordinating imaging and follow-up care, and maintaining accurate medical records. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team are essential. If you enjoy building relationships with patients and making a difference in their care, we’d love to have you join our team!

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (KSAs)

• Education: High School diploma or GED preferred. Must meet one of the following requirements: Graduated from an accredited vocational institution or community college in Medical Assisting with 160 hours of clinical experience completed; or completion of an Adult Education Medical Assistant program and 6 months of clinical experience in a practice setting; or 1 year of clinical experience in a multi-provider practice setting (equivalent experience will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis).
• License/Certifications: Current AAMA, NHA, AMT, or NCCT certification required. (Prior to 5/01/25 MA IIs with 10 years MA experience and employed by MaineHealth as a MA in the most recent 5 years are exempt from certification requirement). Current BLS certification required or must obtain within 30 days of start date. Fully remote care team members are exempt from BLS certification requirement. A NH Med Tech License, or NH EMT and National Registry EMT license is required for those positions located in New Hampshire.
• Experience: Six months of experience as a Medical Assistant or one year as a MaineHealth Clinical Team Assistant.
• Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
• Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

Additional Information

MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources—so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.

We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization.Any offer of employmentwill depend onqualificationssuch asskills, relevant experience, education, certifications,and otherjob-relatedfactors. Thebase rangeis an estimate and does notreflect the full valueofourtotal compensationpackage.

The pay range for this position is $21.09to $27.12 per hour.

Compensation for part-time positions isdeterminedon a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).

In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offerscomprehensivebenefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and,where applicable,shiftdifferentials or other incentives.

If you have questions about this role, please contact [e-mail]

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