Medical Assistant - Cardiology

MaineHealth Accountable Care Organization; Biddeford (ME); On-site; USD 2,905,000 - 3,736,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

MaineHealth is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide clinical and administrative support in a busy ambulatory cardiology practice, with duties including rooming patients, refilling medications, and assisting with provider paperwork.

This is a full-time, day-shift position based primarily in Biddeford, with a second location in Sanford. Sign-on bonuses are available for eligible candidates, plus comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred; multiple pathways for Medical Assisting with clinical experience.
• Medical Assisting certificate/diploma with 160 hours of clinical experience completed or equivalent.
• 1 year of clinical experience in a multi-provider practice setting (case-by-case evaluation).

Responsibilities

• Rooming patients.
• Processing medication refills.
• Completing provider paperwork and documentation support.
• Coordinating care with RN staff.

Education

High School diploma or GED preferred

Medical Assisting certificate or diploma (160 hours clinical experience)

1 year clinical experience in a multi-provider practice

Job description

Location: Biddeford, ME
Facility: Maine Medical Center
Schedule: Full Time
Shift: Day
Job Category: Nursing/Clinical Support
Req #: 90767
Date Posted: Sep 4, 2026

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.

This Medical Assistant (MA) position will provide both clinical and administrative support for a busy ambulatory cardiology practice, with core responsibilities including: Rooming patients, processing medication refills, completing provider paperwork and documentation support; coordinating care and collaboration closely with the RN’s. There are two clinic locations: Biddeford and Sanford – this MA position is primarily based in the Biddeford location.

Position Summary: Medical Assistant

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, NCCT, or NREMT certification preferred. 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:Relevant experience as a Medical Assistant preferred.

Additional Information

MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources—so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.

We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization.Any offer of employmentwill depend onqualificationssuch asskills, relevant experience, education, certifications,and otherjob-relatedfactors. Thebase rangeis an estimate and does notreflect the full valueofourtotal compensationpackage.

The pay range for themedical assistantposition is $21.09to $27.12 per hour.

Compensation for part-time positions isdeterminedon a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).

In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offerscomprehensivebenefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and,where applicable,shiftdifferentials or other incentives.

MaineHealth policy requires all care team members to be vaccinated, including for influenza, subject to eligibility for medical or religious exemptions which can only be granted in compliance with applicable law.

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Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, quality assurance, and operational management.