Medical Assistant (FLOAT) - Penobscot Pediatrics

Penobscot Community Health Care; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare organization as a Medical Assistant (MA) FLOAT, providing essential support in pediatric care. This full-time role offers a dynamic work environment, competitive compensation, and a $3500 sign-on bonus, fostering personal and professional growth.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Competitive compensation

Generous benefits

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• Evidence of Medical Assistant training including essential job functions.
• Up-to-date training in Basic Life Support required.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct support to providers in delivering patient care.
• Prepares and rooms patients for examination and treatment.
• Administers prescribed medications and vaccines.

Skills

Compassion

Collaboration

Communication

Clinical Judgement

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant Certification

Job description

It takes a special kind of Medical Assistant to float—and we’re looking for just that. Are you energized by variety, quick to adapt, and motivated by the fast pace of pediatric care? Do you thrive when every day looks a little different and love supporting kids, families, and providers alike? If so, PCHC’s Penobscot Pediatrics wants to meet you! We’re seeking a Medical Assistant (MA) FLOAT—a key player who steps in wherever needed, ensuring consistent, high-quality care across the clinic. In this unique role, you’ll cover for MAs when they’re out and assist clinic-wide in delivering compassionate, patient-centered care. It’s the ideal opportunity to build broad clinical experience, deepen your skill set, and be part of a vibrant, mission-driven team. If you’ve got the heart and hustle, we want to hear from you. Apply today!

All full-time, externally hired Medical Assistants will receive a $3500 sign on /retention bonus!

Collaborative culture, career growth opportunities, and much more! Find out more from our current PCHC MAs and Clinical Supervisors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3odqQB-Ykf8

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday, Schedule TBD (NOTE: Shift differential available for this float position. Schedule may change depending on needs of clinic, but would still typically fall within Monday-Friday.)

Highlights of the position:

• Demonstrates compassion, collaboration, communication, and appropriate clinical judgement in patient care.
• Provides direct support to providers in delivering care and treatment to patients.
• Conducts patient chart reviews for pre-visit planning, medication refills, and other clinical requests. Supports clinical desktop work.
• Strategizes within care team to effectively manage patient’s care.
• Prepares and rooms patients for examination, treatment, and procedures. Maintains exam rooms, instruments, supplies, and equipment.
• Administers prescribed medications and vaccines under the direction of the provider, including drawing of blood and processing of labs.
• Assists in maintaining compliance with quality assurance standards.
• Engages and supports patients to ensure they feel heard, respected, and involved in their care.
• Collaborates with clinical and administrative teams to improve the patient experience and clinic processes.

Join PCHC's nationally recognized non-profit organization:

• Federally Qualified Health Center offering integrated Medical Home Model
• Collegial professional atmosphere with informed leadership
• Flexible schedules supportive of work/life balance
• Competitive compensation and generous benefits

• PCHC provides comprehensive, patient-centered care with integrated services, including Psychiatry & Mental Health, Dental, Family Medicine, Pediatrics, Pharmacy, Geriatrics, Laboratory Services, Physical Therapy, and more!

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Evidence of Medical Assistant training including all the essential job functions, knowledge, skills, and abilities listed here in this job description, or MA Certification required.
• Will have up to-date training and certification in Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Health & Safety Institute. Must obtain within 2 weeks if not current at hire.
• Initial and maintained Certification is highly encouraged and supported.

Preferred:

• Graduate of an accredited program for Medical Assistants, or
  CMA- Certification by the AAMA, or
  RMA- Certification by the AMT, or
  CCMA- Certification by the NHA.
  Or prepared to certify within 60 days of hire.

Curious, or interested to learn more? Apply today! You can request a full copy of the detailed job description by emailing [e-mail].

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualifications

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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