Medical Assistant (MA)- Saco Family Medicine

MaineHealth Accountable Care Organization; Saco (ME); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their team in Saco. This role involves providing essential patient care and administrative support, ensuring a seamless experience for patients in a collaborative environment. With a focus on professional growth and community engagement, this position offers a chance to thrive in a supportive atmosphere. You'll be part of a team that values its members and prioritizes exceptional care delivery. If you're passionate about making a difference in healthcare, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Work Policy

Student Loan Assistance

Training and Education

Well-being Resources

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred with clinical experience.
• Current BLS certification required within 30 days of start.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and administrative support in a team environment.
• Promote a smooth flow of patients through the office.

Skills

Patient Care

Administrative Support

Clinical Experience

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assisting Certification

Job description

Medical Assistant (MA)- Saco Family Medicine

Location: Saco, ME
Facility: Medical Group Practices
Schedule: Full Time
Job Category: Nursing/Clinical Support
Req #: 1112
Date Posted: Jan 27, 2025

Summary:
The Medical Assistant I 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 I 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)

1. 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).
2. License/Certifications: Current AAMA, NHA, AMT, or NCCT certification preferred or achieved within 1 year of eligibility. 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.
3. Experience: Relevant experience as a Medical Assistant preferred.
4. Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
5. Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

Additional Information

With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you’ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.

We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow – programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.

MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you’re looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today.

MaineHealth policy requires all care team members to be vaccinated, including for Covid-19 and influenza, subject to eligibility for medical or religious exemptions which can only be granted in compliance with applicable law.