Medical Assistant - Float Pool, Outpatient Practices

MaineHealth; Biddeford (ME); On-site; USD 44,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $4k

Sign-on bonus $5k

Job summary

MaineHealth is seeking Medical Assistants to join our team in a fast-paced setting. Eligible candidates for sign-on bonuses include $4,000 for 0-1 year experience and $5,000 for 1+ year experience for full-time positions; part-time hires prorate the bonus, per diem hires are ineligible.

The MA role covers patient care and administrative support under physician supervision. Current requirements include a high school diploma or GED, MA certification (AAMA/NHA/AMT/NCCT) with BLS, and 6 months of MA

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or GED; MA program with 160 hours clinical experience or equivalent.
• Certifications: Current AAMA, NHA, AMT, or NCCT; BLS within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and administrative support in a team-based setting.
• Assist in patient flow and office operations under clinician supervision.
• Maintain documentation and assist across settings as needed.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team player

Medical terminology

Education

High School diploma or GED

MA program with 160 hours clinical

1 year clinical experience

Job description

Description

Nursing/Clinical Support

Req #: 80129

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.
• Working as a Medical Assistant for the Float Pool offers numerous benefits: exposure to a variety of medical settings/specialty practices; continuous learning opportunities; the ability to make a meaningful impact on patient care; enhanced career opportunities and job security! If you enjoy variety and desire a position where no two days are the same – please apply today!

Summary

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, or NCCT certification required. (Prior to 5/01/25 MA IIs with 10 years MA experience and employed by MaineHealth as a MA in the most recent 5 years are exempt from certification requirement). 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:Six months of experience as a Medical Assistant or one year as a MaineHealth Clinical Team Assistant.

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 this position 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.

If you have questions about this role, please contact [e-mail]

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