Medical Assistant

St. Joseph Hospital; Bangor (ME); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph Hospital in Bangor, ME is seeking a certified Medical Assistant to support both clinical and clerical teams under provider direction. The role emphasizes patient safety, compassionate care, and adherence to Covenant Health mission.

Responsibilities include greeting patients, assisting front desk coverage, preparing patients, performing point-of-care tests, administering immunizations, and floating as needed; strong teamwork and alignment with mission are essential.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma/GED
• Certifications: AAMA/RMA/CCMA (or must be obtained within 6 months of employment for new grads only)
• BLS to be obtained within 30 days of employment

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist patients and families courteously
• Assist administrative/office staff with phone call coverage, including daily tasks
• Preps patients to be seen at the practice according to practice standards
• Performs and documents results of point of care testing and appropriate interventions to practice standards
• Immunizations are scheduled and administered according to practice guidelines and documented.
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills, be a team player and be consistent with the St. Joseph Healthcare Mission.
• Must be willing to float throughout the practice when necessary.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

AAMA/RMA/CCMA

BLS

Job description

Job Summary:

Medical Assistants are responsible for the safety and well-being of patients and assist in the treatment of patients under the direction of the provider. Certified Medical Assistants work as part of an integral team between the clinical and clerical teams. Certified Medical Assistants share the mission, philosophy, visions, values, goals and policies of St. Joseph Healthcare.

Job Requirements:

Education: High School Diploma/GED

Certifications:AAMA/RMA/CCMA (or must be obtained within 6 months of employmentfor new grads only)

BLS to be obtained within 30 days of employment

A brief summary of duties includes, but is not limited to:

• Greet and assist patients andfamilies courteously
• Assist administrative/office staff with phone call coverage, including daily tasks
• Preps patients to be seen atthe practice according to practice standards
• Performs and documents results of point of care testing and appropriate interventions to practice standards
• Immunizations are scheduled and administered according to practice guidelines and documented.
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills, be a team player and be consistent with the St. Joseph Healthcare Mission.

Must be willing to float throughout the practice when necessary.

Covenant Health Mission Statement

We are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities.

Our Core Values:

Compassion

We show respect, caring and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and suffering.

Integrity

We promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources.

Collaboration

We work in partnership, dialogue and shared purpose to create healthy communities.

Excellence

We deliver all services with the highest level of quality, while seeking creative innovation.

Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information (including family medical history).

Comp Range:

$21.55 - $29.68

Rate of pay displayed reflects the beginning of the pay scale. At the time of an offer, determination of your offer will reflect your skills and experience as it relates to the position.

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