Medical Assistant - Orthopedics

MaineHealth Accountable Care Organization; Biddeford (ME); On-site; USD 4,000 - 5,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their team in a collaborative healthcare environment. This role involves providing essential patient care and administrative support, ensuring a seamless experience for patients. The ideal candidate will have a background in medical assisting, strong clinical skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality care. With a focus on professional development and community engagement, this organization offers a supportive atmosphere where you can thrive. 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

• Graduated from an accredited vocational institution or community college in Medical Assisting.
• Current BLS certification required or must obtain within 30 days of start date.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Medical Assisting

Patient Care

Clinical Experience

Administrative Support

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Accredited Vocational Institution in Medical Assisting

Tools

BLS Certification

AAMA Certification

NHA Certification

AMT Certification

NCCT Certification

Job description

Location: Biddeford, ME
Facility: Maine Medical Center
Schedule: Full Time
Job Category: Nursing/Clinical Support
Req #: 21887
Date Posted: Apr 29, 2025

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.

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 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 preferred or achieved within one 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.
• Experience: One year of experience as a Medical Assistant or 6 months of experience and certification required.
• Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
• 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.

If you have questions about this role, please contact Jayne B. Conley at [emailprotected]

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.

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