Medical Assistant (MA) - Float Pool for Outpatient Practices!

MaineHealth; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 4,000 - 5,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks dedicated Medical Assistants to join their dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work across various medical settings, enhancing your skills and career growth. With a focus on meaningful patient care, you'll thrive in a supportive environment that values collaboration and continuous learning. Enjoy the benefits of a sign-on bonus, flexible work policies, and a commitment to your professional development. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Work Policies

Student Loan Assistance

Training and Education Resources

Well-Being Resources

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited vocational institution in Medical Assisting.
• Current BLS certification required or must be obtained within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Support patient care and administrative tasks within a team environment.
• Ensure smooth patient flow under the supervision of licensed practitioners.

Skills

Patient Care

Administrative Support

Clinical Experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assisting Certification

Job description

Southern Maine Health Care

Nursing/Clinical Support

Req #: 8457

Sign-On Bonus Opportunity

• For a limited time, MaineHealth is offering sign-on bonuses for Medical Assistants:
• $4,000 for candidates with 0-1 years of experience (full-time)
• $5,000 for candidates with 1+ years of experience (full-time)
• Bonuses are available to candidates hired (offer accepted) into a full or part-time MA position. Bonus amount is prorated for part-time hires. Per diem hires are ineligible.
• Current MaineHealth employees are ineligible; former employees are ineligible until more than 6 months of separation.

*Working as a Medical Assistant in the Float Pool offers benefits such as exposure to various medical settings and specialties, continuous learning opportunities, meaningful patient care impact, and enhanced career growth and job security. If you enjoy variety and a dynamic work environment, please apply today!

This position will support practices in Scarborough, South Portland, and Portland locations.

Position Summary

The Medical Assistant I role involves duties related to patient care and administrative support within a team-based environment, ensuring a smooth patient flow. The Medical Assistant I operates under the license of the physician or advanced practice practitioner when performing clinical and patient care responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications (KSAs)

1. Education: High School diploma or GED preferred. Must meet one of the following:
   • Graduated from an accredited vocational institution or community college in Medical Assisting with 160 hours of clinical experience,
   • Completion of an Adult Education Medical Assistant program with 6 months of clinical experience,
   • One year of clinical experience in a multi-provider practice setting (evaluated case-by-case).
2. License/Certifications: Current AAMA, NHA, AMT, or NCCT certification preferred or achieved within 1 year of eligibility. Current BLS certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of start date. For positions in New Hampshire, NH Med Tech License or NH EMT and National Registry EMT license are required.
3. Experience: Relevant experience as a Medical Assistant preferred.
4. Additional Skills/Requirements: None specified.

Additional Information

Working at MaineHealth across Maine and New Hampshire means collaborating with healthcare professionals who value their team and community. We offer benefits supporting current needs and future planning, including paid parental leave, flexible work policies, student loan assistance, training, education, and well-being resources.

MaineHealth is committed to investing in our care team and fostering an inclusive environment where you can thrive and reach your full potential. If you want to build a career in a supportive, caring community, apply today.