Medical Assistant

Skillcloud HCM; Brunswick (ME); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

Bonus up to 5%

HSA options

Retirement plan

Generous PTO & holidays

NSHC Health Coach Certificate program

Job summary

Trellis Health is seeking Medical Assistants to join our Brunswick, Maine practice, offering a frontline role shaping patient care and clinic workflow. You will greet patients, room them, take vital signs, and assist providers with procedures in a fast-paced, patient-centered environment.

The position requires reliability, a proactive problem-solving mindset, and ability to work onsite Monday–Friday 8:30–5, with compensation in the $20–$30+ per hour range and benefits including

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with a medical assisting program or 160 hours clinical.
• 1+ year of Medical Assistant experience.
• BLS certification within 90 days after hiring.
• NSHC Health Coaching Certificate within 6 months of hiring.

Responsibilities

• Greets and rooms patients; measures and monitors vital signs.
• Documents patient information and reports to provider.
• Administers medications, immunizations, and performs wound care per protocol.
• Performs specimen collection and transport as directed by the provider.
• Prepares prescriptions in the EMR and processes refills.
• Enters labs, x-rays, and other diagnostics per protocol.
• Assists with patient education under provider guidance.
• Maintains clean and disinfected exam rooms and equipment.
• Provides health coaching to a defined group of patients with follow-up calls.
• Supports scheduling and care team huddles for efficient clinic flow.

Skills

Patient communication

Telehealth platforms

Team collaboration

Digital literacy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical Assisting program (160 hours clinical)

Adult Education Medical Assistant program + 6 months clinical

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Medical Assistant (multiple openings)

Trellis Health

Brunswick, Maine

Trellis Health is seeking Medical Assistants to work in our Brunswick, Maine practice and play a crucial role in shaping clinical practices and patient experiences from the ground up. This position requires flexibility, a high level of autonomy, and a proactive approach to both problem‑solving and patient care.

Requirements of the Medical Assistant:

• High school diploma or GED and 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
• 1+ years of experience as a Medical Assistant required
• Current AAMA, NHA, AMT, or NCCT certification preferred
• Basic Life Support certification: Within the first 90 days after hiring
• NSHC Health Coaching Certificate within 6 months of hiring
• Must possess strong digital literacy skills, demonstrate proficiency with telehealth platforms, and maintain a high standard of patient care and communication in a virtual setting
• Ability to effectively collaborate with clinical and administrative team
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, while embodying Trellis’ values of empathy, compassion, competence, and exceptional quality
• Ability to work onsite in Brunswick, Maine Monday-Friday 8:30-5

Benefits of the Job:

• Medical, Dental and Vision options
• Competitive pay in the range $20-30+/ hour based on experience and level
• Up to 5% bonus based on company performance
• HSA options
• Retirement plan options
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Employer facilitated NSHC Health Coach Certificate
• Rewarding opportunity with an employer who is building a new model of primary care while delivering it in real time, grounded in relationships, access, and collaboration

Responsibilities of the Medical Assistant:

• Greets and rooms patients; measures and monitors vital signs
• Observes, documents, and reports patient's condition, medical history, etc. to provider
• Administers medication, immunizations, injections, and removes sutures and changes dressings per protocol or as directed by provider
• Performs specimen collection and transport as directed by the provider
• Prepares prescription renewals within the EMR and may approve prescription refills
• Enters labs, x-rays, and other diagnostics per protocol or as directed by the provider
• Assists with patient education, under the direction and guidance of the provider
• Prepares, cleans, and disinfects exam and treatment rooms, equipment
• Provides health coaching to a defined group of patients to support healthy lifestyle choices. Follows up with coached patients via weekly calls
• Assists other personnel with patient appointment scheduling
• Actively participates in care team huddles, collaborating with the care team to ensure efficient coordination of daily clinic schedules

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, familial status, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.