Medical Assistant - Family Medicine Residency

Millinocket Regional Hospital; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their Family Medicine Residency team. This full-time position offers a chance to be part of an interdisciplinary team, providing essential patient care and administrative support. With a focus on work/life balance and community wellness, the organization promotes a supportive environment for professional growth. Enjoy a robust benefits package, including tuition assistance and a generous PTO program, while living in beautiful Central Maine, known for its outdoor activities and family-friendly communities. If you're passionate about making a difference, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Robust Paid Time Off (PTO) program

Medical plan with enhanced benefits

Dental plan

Vision plan

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

401(k) or 403(b) retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Comprehensive Wellness Program

Qualifications

• Graduate from a Medical Assistant program and BLS certification required.
• One year of experience as a Medical Assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and support to the medical team.
• Assist with administrative duties and communicate patient status.

Skills

Medical Terminology

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Communication

Critical Thinking

Ability to Lift Heavy Objects

Education

Graduate from a Medical Assistant program

High school or GED graduation

BLS Certification

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

PC Skills

Job description

At Central Maine Healthcare our team members are committed to providing exceptional care and experiences for our community and for each other every day.

Central Maine Healthcare is seeking a Medical Assistant to join our Family Medicine Residency team!

Up to $5,000 sign on bonus available!*

This is a Full Time, benefits eligible position.

The position of Medical Assistant (MA) functions as an integral member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team in providing direct patient care. The MA performs routine administrative and patient care support duties that assist the medical team in the examination and treatment of patients and ensure the clinic/office runs efficiently. The MA provides clerical support under the supervision of the practice manager and assists clinically in the delivery of patient care in the medical practice under the supervision of the provider. The MA communicates with the appropriate person (Provider, Clinical Coordinator, Team Leader, and/or Practice Manager) about changes in patient's status and results of diagnostic studies.

Education and experience:

• Graduate from a Medical Assistant program required.
• Must have one (1) of the following credentials OR be eligible to obtain one (1) of the following credentials, based upon the credentialing organization's eligibility requirements, within 90 days of hire:

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) – American Association of Medical Assistants
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) – American Medical Technologists
• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) – National Health Career Association
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) – The American Registry of Medical Assistants

• Current Association Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS required.
• High school or GED graduation required.
• One year of work experience as a Medical Assistant in a clinical setting preferred.
• Experience with PC and Electronic Medical Records preferred.

Knowledge, skills and abilities:

• Heavy lifting and the ability to transport stretcher and wheelchair patients may be required.
• Working knowledge of sterile techniques and special procedures that are applicable to work performed.
• Working knowledge of procedures and techniques involved in administering routine and special treatments to patients.
• Medical terminology.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks or activities simultaneously, provide quality patient service, prioritize and use critical thinking.
• Effectively communicate with patients in a supportive and tactful manner.

What It’s Like Working At CMH:

We are all about our team members' growth and health. That’s why we prioritize work/life balance, community-based wellness initiatives, and tuition reimbursement or student loan repayment for ALL of our team members.

CMH offers a robust benefits package that includes:

• Robust Paid Time Off (PTO) program.
• Medical plan with enhanced Tier 1 benefits provided within the CMH system.
• Dental plan.
• Vision plan.
• Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Basic Life insurance at no cost.
• Supplemental Life insurance.
• Long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) or 403(b) retirement savings plans.
• Tuition IO partnership for student loan repayment assistance and tuition assistance.
• Family leave program for Parental Leaves.
• Comprehensive Wellness Program.

Living in Central Maine:

While not at work, our team members enjoy the endless opportunities for entertainment that Maine has to offer. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy skiing, boating along the coast, and hiking at a state or national park. Centrally located to several popular attractions, residents can embark on day trips to Boston, North Conway, New Hampshire, and Boothbay Harbor. Maine is a wonderful place to raise a family, with safe communities and great public and private schools.

About Central Maine Healthcare:

Central Maine Healthcare is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving 400,000 people living in central, western, and Midcoast Maine. CMH's hospital facilities include Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, Bridgton Hospital, and Rumford Hospital. CMH also supports Central Maine Medical Group, a primary and specialty care practice organization. Other system services include the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute, a regional trauma program, LifeFlight of Maine's southern Maine base, the Central Maine Comprehensive Cancer Center, and other high-quality clinical services.

If you are passionate about making a difference and are looking for your next great career opportunity, we look forward to reviewing your application!