Clinical Team Assistant, Medical Assistant or LPN - Dermatology

MaineHealth; Portland (ME, OR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

MaineHealth is seeking Medical Assistants and Clinical Team Assistants to provide patient care and administrative support in a collaborative environment. The roles require relevant education and certifications, with opportunities for sign-on bonuses. Join a supportive team committed to community impact.

Benefits

Paid parental leave

Flexible work policies

Student loan assistance

Training and well-being resources

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited health sciences program or equivalent experience.
• Current BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties related to patient care and administrative support.
• Support the clinical team in delivering patient care.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Graduate from an accredited vocational institution

Job description

Description

Nursing/Clinical Support
Req #: 30656

For a limited time, MaineHealth is offering sign-on bonuses for Medical Assistants and Clinical Team Assistants:

• 0-1 years of experience eligible for $4,000 (full time) - MA
• 1+ years of experience eligible for $5,000 (full time) - MA
• Up to $2,500 sign-on bonus for Clinical Team Assistants

Eligible candidates are hired (offer accepted) into a full or part-time MA position. Bonus amount is prorated for part-time hires; per diem hires are ineligible.

Current MaineHealth employee members are ineligible; former MaineHealth members are ineligible until more than 6 months of separation from employment.

LPNs are welcome to apply! (must be Maine licensed)

Summary - Medical Assistant

This role involves duties related to patient care and administrative support in a team-based environment, promoting a smooth flow of patients through the office. The Medical Assistant (MA) functions under the license of the physician or advanced practice practitioner when performing clinical and patient care responsibilities.

Required 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 institution or community college 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 setting (evaluated case-by-case).
2. License/Certifications: Current AAMA, NHA, AMT, or NCCT certification preferred or achieved within one year of eligibility. Current BLS certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of start date. For positions in New Hampshire, NH Med Tech License or NH EMT and National Registry EMT license are required.
3. Experience: One year of experience as a Medical Assistant or 6 months of experience with certification.
4. Additional Skills/Requirements: N/A

Summary - Clinical Team Assistant

The Clinical Team Assistant performs daily patient service functions to support the clinical team in delivering patient care. The role functions under the license of a provider when performing clinical and patient care responsibilities.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

1. Education: Graduate of an accredited health sciences program, or a student in such a program requiring clinical experience; completion of an MA program without externship; completion of a healthcare vocational program with a patient-facing component; or completion of the CTA apprentice program, or equivalent relevant experience (evaluated case-by-case).
2. License/Certifications: Current BLS certification within three months of hire required.
3. Experience: N/A

Additional Information

Working across Maine and New Hampshire, MaineHealth offers a supportive environment with benefits such as paid parental leave, flexible work policies, student loan assistance, training, and well-being resources.

MaineHealth is committed to investing in its care team and fostering an inclusive environment where employees can thrive. If you're interested in building a career where teamwork and community impact matter, apply today.