Medical Assistant - Pediatric Specialty Care

MaineHealth; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

MaineHealth seeks a Medical Assistant to provide patient care and administrative support in a collaborative environment. Candidates should have a High School diploma or equivalent, relevant experience, and certifications. Join a team dedicated to delivering quality care and enjoy a supportive workplace with benefits like paid parental leave and training resources.

Benefits

Paid parental leave

Flexible work policies

Student loan assistance

Training and education resources

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Relevant Medical Assistant experience preferred.
• Current BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties related to patient care and administrative support.
• Ensure smooth patient flow in a team-based environment.
• Work under the license of a physician or advanced practice practitioner.

Skills

Patient care

Administrative support

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or GED

Graduated from an accredited vocational institution

Completed an Adult Education Medical Assistant program

Tools

BLS certification

AAMA certification

NHA certification

AMT certification

NCCT certification

Job description

Nursing/Clinical Support
Req #: 31950

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)

Eligibility criteria:

• Hired into a Full or Part-time MA position with offer acceptance. Bonus amount 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.

Position Summary:
The Medical Assistant (MA) performs duties related to patient care and administrative support in a team-based environment, ensuring smooth patient flow. The MA works under the license of a physician or advanced practice practitioner when performing clinical and patient care responsibilities.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (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,
• Completed 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).

License/Certifications: Current AAMA, NHA, AMT, or NCCT certification preferred or obtained within 1 year of eligibility. Current BLS certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of start. For positions in New Hampshire, NH Med Tech License or NH EMT and National Registry EMT license are required.

Experience: Relevant Medical Assistant experience preferred.

Additional Skills/Requirements: Not applicable.

Additional Information:

Working at MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire means collaborating with healthcare professionals who value their team members and community connections.

We offer benefits supporting your 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're interested in building a career in a supportive setting dedicated to delivering top-quality care, apply today.

For questions about this role, contact Jayne B. Conley at [e-mail].