Medical Assistant Lead- Pediatrics

Central Maine Medical Center; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Maine Medical Center is seeking a Lead Medical Assistant for the Pediatrics Clinic in Lewiston, ME. This full-time, day shift role supports clinic operations and patient care.

The ideal candidate will have a Medical Assistant certification, BCLS, and experience in a medical office setting, with supervisory exposure. Salary reflects a competitive hourly rate and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Graduation from an accredited school of medical assistance.
• Medical Assistant Certification is required.
• Three years of work experience, preferably in a medical office with supervisory duties.
• Current BCLS certificate.
• Knowledge of ICD9, CPT coding and medical terminology preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversees department activities, staffing and problems to facilitate a conducive working environment.
• Assists the Operations department with interviewing, hiring, evaluating and disciplining assigned personnel.

Skills

ICD9/CPT knowledge

Medical terminology

Coding proficiency

Education

High School or equivalent

Graduate from an accredited school of medical assistance

Medical Assistant Certification

Current BCLS certificate

Job description

Overview

Position: Lead Medical Assistant

Department: Pediatrics Clinic

Schedule: Full-time, Days

Facility: Central Maine Medical Center

Location: Lewiston, Maine, 04240

Pay: $22.11 to $29.76

Central Maine Healthcare (CMH), a member of Prime Healthcare Foundation, is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving approximately 400,000 residents across central, western, and midcoast Maine through a network of more than 40 primary and specialty care locations. The system includes Central Maine Medical Center (CMMC) in Lewiston, a 250-bed, not-for-profit regional referral hospital that is home to the region's only Cancer Care Center, an orthopedic ambulatory surgery center, and the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute. CMMC also serves as the central Maine base for LifeFlight of Maine, the state's only medical helicopter service. CMH also includes Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital, two 25-bed critical access hospitals that provide essential care to Maine's rural communities. As part of its commitment to healthcare education and workforce development, CMH is home to the Maine College of Health Professions, Maine's first nursing and medical imaging school. The private, not-for-profit institution is accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education and plays an important role in training the next generation of healthcare professionals. To learn more, visit www.cmhc.org .

Responsibilities

Oversees departments activities, staffing and problems to facilitate a conducive working environment. Assists the Operations department with interviewing, hiring, evaluating and disciplining of assigned personnel.

Qualifications

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING

• High School or equivalent
• Graduate from an accredited school of medical assistance.
• Medical Assistant Certification
• Three years of work experience, preferably in a medical office setting with medical supervisor experience.
• Current BCLS certificate
• Knowledge of ICD9, CPT, Coding, Medical Terminology preferred

Pay Transparency

Central Maine Medical Center offers competitive compensation and a reasonable compensation estimate for this role is $22.11 to $29.76. The exact starting compensation to be offered will be determined at the time of selecting an applicant for hire, in which a wide range of factors will be considered, including but not limited to, skillset, years of applicable experience, education, credentials and licensure. The company is dedicated to empowering its staff with a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, allowing them the freedom to customize their benefits to fit their unique needs. Our abundant resources, programs, and voluntary options serve as a foundation for individual growth and well-being. Learn more here: https://www.primehealthcare.com/benefitsthatmattermost/

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf