Medical Assistant - Penobscot Pediatrics (CNAs welcome to apply!)

Penobscot Community Health Care; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Penobscot Community Health Care seeks a compassionate Medical Assistant to join their pediatric team in Bangor, Maine. This full-time role offers on-the-job training, a supportive environment, and a $3500 sign-on bonus. As a Medical Assistant, you'll provide high-quality care, assist with patient examinations, and collaborate with healthcare providers to enhance patient experiences.

Benefits

On-the-job training

Opportunities for career advancement

Flexible schedules

Competitive compensation

Generous benefits

Sign-on/retention bonus of $3500

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Evidence of Medical Assistant training including essential job functions.
• Up-to-date Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support certification.

Responsibilities

• Administers prescribed medications and vaccines under provider direction.
• Prepares and rooms patients for examination and treatment.
• Collaborates with clinical and administrative teams to improve patient experience.

Skills

Compassion

Collaboration

Communication

Clinical judgement

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Evidence of Medical Assistant training

Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support certification

Graduate of an accredited program for Medical Assistants

Job description

Are you a compassionate and dynamic Medical Assistant—or an experienced CNA ready to grow—who loves working with kids and families? Penobscot Pediatrics at PCHC is seeking someone like you! Join a mission-driven, supportive team as a Medical Assistant where you’ll deliver high-quality care alongside providers who value your contributions. We offer on-the-job training, opportunities to advance, and a chance to make a real difference in our community. If you’re kind, dependable, and ready to thrive in a fast-paced, pediatric setting—apply today and help us shape brighter futures! Experienced CNAs are welcome to apply!

Collaborative culture, career growth opportunities, and much more! Find out more from our current PCHC MAs and Clinical Supervisors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3odqQB-Ykf8

All full-time, externally hired Medical Assistants will receive a $3500 sign on /retention bonus!

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday / Wednesday / Thursday / Friday, 7am-5:30pm (Tuesdays + Weekends OFF)

Highlights of the position:

• Demonstrates compassion, collaboration, communication, and appropriate clinical judgement in patient care.
• Administers prescribed medications and vaccines under the direction of the provider, including drawing of blood and processing of labs.
• Performs all functions of Medical Assistant role as outlined in PCHC’s Medical Assistant Job Description and Clinical Competency Checklist. Assists with covering the clinical needs of the clinic by providing direct support to the providers as required, including but not limited to:
  • Conducts patient chart reviews for pre-visit planning, medication refills, and other clinical requests. Supports clinical desktop work.
  • Prepares and rooms patients for examination, treatment, and procedures. Maintains exam rooms, instruments, supplies, and equipment.

• Assists in maintaining compliance with quality assurance standards.
• Collaborates with clinical and administrative teams to improve the patient experience and lab/clinic processes.

Join PCHC's nationally recognized non-profit organization:

• Federally Qualified Health Center offering integrated Medical Home Model
• Collegial professional atmosphere with informed leadership
• Flexible schedules supportive of work/life balance
• Competitive compensation and generous benefits
• PCHC provides comprehensive, patient-centered care with integrated services, including Psychiatry & Mental Health, Dental, Family Medicine, Pediatrics, Pharmacy, Geriatrics, Laboratory Services, Physical Therapy, and more!

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Evidence of Medical Assistant training including all the essential job functions, knowledge, skills, and abilities listed here in this job description, or MA Certification required.
• Will have up to-date training and certification in Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Health & Safety Institute. Must obtain within 2 weeks if not current at hire.
• Initial and maintained Certification is highly encouraged and supported.

Preferred:

• Graduate of an accredited program for Medical Assistants, or
  CMA- Certification by the AAMA, or
  RMA- Certification by the AMT, or
  CCMA- Certification by the NHA.
  Or prepared to certify within 60 days of hire.

Curious, or interested to learn more? Apply today! You can request a full copy of the detailed job description by emailing [e-mail].

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Qualifications

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
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