Medical Assistant - Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT)

Davita Inc.; Scarborough (ME); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a qualified Medical Assistant in Scarborough, Maine. The role involves managing patient care and administrative tasks while ensuring a positive patient experience. The candidate should have relevant education and experience, with preferred certifications, to work effectively in a supportive team environment.

Benefits

Paid parental leave

Flexible work policy

Student loan assistance

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Graduated from an accredited medical assisting program or possess 1 year of clinical experience.
• Current BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and administrative support in a team-based environment.
• Ensure smooth flow of patients through the office.
• Functions under the license of the physician when performing clinical responsibilities.

Skills

Patient Care

Administrative Support

Education

High School diploma or GED

Graduated from accredited vocational institution

Adult Education Medical Assistant program

Job description

Description

Nursing/Clinical Support
Req #: 37176

We are currently hiring for a Medical Assistant (MA)

at MaineHealth, Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT)!

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 - 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 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)

1. 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).
2. 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.
3. Experience: One year of experience as a Medical Assistant or 6 months of experience and certification required.
4. Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
5. 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]