Medical Assistant - Ear, Nose & Throat

MaineHealth; Biddeford (ME); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

MaineHealth is seeking a Medical Assistant to join their team in a high-volume ENT specialty office. The role involves providing patient care and administrative support, ensuring smooth operations while working closely with an ENT surgeon. Candidates with a focus on patient care and multitasking abilities are encouraged to apply, including new graduates.

Qualifications

• Must have clinical experience or relevant education in Medical Assisting.
• At least one year of Medical Assistant experience at MaineHealth required.
• Current BLS certification required or must be obtained within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Support patient care and administrative duties in a team-based setting.
• Work directly with an ENT surgeon, providing patient care.
• Ensure smooth patient flow in a high-volume ENT specialty office.

Skills

Multitasking

Organization

Patient care focus

Education

High School diploma or GED

Graduated from accredited vocational or community college in Medical Assisting

Adult Education Medical Assistant program

Tools

AAMA certification

NHA certification

AMT certification

NCCT certification

BLS certification

Job description

Nursing/Clinical Support
Req #: 31821

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

This role involves working in a high-volume ENT specialty office, supporting patients of all ages with Ear, Nose, and Throat issues. The Medical Assistant works directly with an ENT surgeon, providing both patient care and administrative support. The environment is team-focused, supportive, and friendly. We seek candidates who can multitask, stay organized, and are patient-care focused. New graduates will also be considered. This is a day position, 5 days a week, 8 hours per day.

Summary:
The Medical Assistant (MA) supports patient care and administrative duties in a team-based setting, ensuring smooth patient flow. The MA operates under the supervision of a physician or advanced practice practitioner when performing clinical tasks.

Minimum Requirements (KSAs):

1. Education: High School diploma or GED preferred. Must meet one of the following: graduated from an accredited vocational or community college in Medical Assisting with 160 hours of clinical experience; completed an Adult Education Medical Assistant program with six months of clinical experience; or one year of clinical experience in a multi-provider practice. Equivalent experience will be evaluated case-by-case.
2. Licenses/Certifications: Current AAMA, NHA, AMT, or NCCT certification required. 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: At least one year of Medical Assistant experience at MaineHealth required.
4. Additional Skills: Meets expected requirements in the Medical Assistant III ladder.

Additional information about working at MaineHealth, benefits, and our commitment to an inclusive environment can be found in the full description. For questions, contact Jayne B. Conley at [e-mail].