Medical Assistant - Behavioral Health

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

Job summary

MaineHealth is seeking a Medical Assistant for Behavioral Health, responsible for supporting patient care and administrative tasks in a team environment. Candidates are expected to possess essential qualifications including education, certifications, and experience to operate effectively in this entry-level role. MaineHealth offers generous sign-on bonuses for eligible candidates, promoting a supportive and inclusive work culture.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus for eligible candidates

Paid parental leave

Flexible work policy

Student loan assistance

Training and education support

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Must meet experience or educational requirements.
• Current BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and administrative support.
• Function under the supervision of physicians/advanced practice practitioners.
• Promote smooth patient flow through the office.

Skills

Patient care

Administrative support

Education

High School diploma or GED preferred

Graduated from an accredited vocational institution in Medical Assisting

Completion of an Adult Education Medical Assistant program

1 year of clinical experience in a multi-provider practice setting

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Description

Nursing/Clinical Support

Req #: 34542

For a limited time MaineHealth is offering sign on bonuses for Medical Assistants:

• 0-1 years of experience eligible for $4,000 (full time)
• 1+ years of experience eligible for $5,000 (full time)
• Eligible candidates are hired (offer accepted) into a Full or Part time MA position. Bonus amount prorated for Part time hires, per diem hires are ineligible.
• Current MaineHealth member employees are ineligible; former MaineHealth Members are ineligible until greater than 6 months separation from employment.
  
  

Summary

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

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 preferred or achieved within one year of eligibility. Current BLS certification required or must obtain within 30 days of start date. A NH Med Tech License, or NH EMT and National Registry EMT license is required for those positions located in New Hampshire.
• Experience: One year of experience as a Medical Assistant or 6 months of experience and certification required.
• Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
• Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A
  
  

Additional Information

With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you’ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.

We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow – programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.

MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you’re looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today.

If you have questions about this role, please contact Jayne B. Conley at [e-mail]

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