Behavioral Health Medical Assistant — Flexible Hours & Growth

MaineHealth; Damariscotta (ME); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

paid parental leave

flexible work options

student loan assistance

professional development opportunities

well-being resources

Job summary

MaineHealth seeks a Medical Assistant to support providers in an outpatient behavioral health setting. You will room patients, take vitals and health histories, and assist with procedures while documenting in the EMR. The role emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care within a collaborative team.

The position offers opportunities to contribute to behavioral health and addiction recovery efforts and to grow within a supportive care team at MaineHealth Behavioral Health.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED is preferred; multiple paths to MA certification are acceptable.
• Certification current in AAMA, NHA, AMT, or NCCT is required; BLS within 30 days if not on start.
• Minimum six months as Medical Assistant or one year as MaineHealth Clinical Team Assistant.
• Ability to work in a collaborative behavioral health outpatient setting.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and obtain vital signs and health histories.
• Administer medications and injections as appropriate.
• Coordinate care and assist with procedures.
• Document in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Help patients feel welcomed, respected and supported during visits.
• Support a team committed to compassionate, high-quality care.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

Medical Assisting program with 160 hours

Adult Education MA program with 6 months clinical experience

1 year clinical experience in a multi-provider practice

Job description

MaineHealth seeks a Medical Assistant to support providers in an outpatient behavioral health setting. You will room patients, take vitals and health histories, and assist with procedures while documenting in the EMR. The role emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care within a collaborative team.

The position offers opportunities to contribute to behavioral health and addiction recovery efforts and to grow within a supportive care team at MaineHealth Behavioral Health.