MEDICAL ASSISTANT - Sleep- pulmonology

St. Mary's Health System; Auburn (ME); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join their team in Auburn, Maine. This role is essential for ensuring patient care and smooth office operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for coordinating patient flow, taking vital signs, and providing care under physician guidance. With a focus on compassion and excellence, this position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community while working in a supportive environment that values integrity and collaboration. Join a team that is committed to delivering high-quality healthcare services.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree with MA Certification or 2+ years experience preferred.
• BCLS certification required and medical terminology knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient flow and obtain vital signs.
• Administer care as directed by physicians.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Medical Terminology

Telephone Skills

Office Practice Knowledge

Education

Associate Degree with Active MA Certification

Certified MA with 2+ years experience

BCLS Certification

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Job Summary

The Medical Assistant functions as a critical member of the medical office team, working towards the goals of the practice and meeting patient needs. They are responsible for coordinating patient flow, obtaining temperature, pulse, blood pressure, and weight, and administering care to patients as directed by physicians. The MA will develop and maintain interpersonal relationships with patients and families, keeping patient information confidential and respecting patient’s right to privacy.

Job Requirements

Education

• Associate Degree with Active MA Certification or Certified MA with 2+ years experience preferred
• Newly graduated MA's have 6 months to get their MA certification
• BCLS required

Experience

• 2 years prior experience preferred
• Medical terminology required

Other Skills Required

• Working knowledge of office practice and procedures
• Excellent guest relations and interpersonal skills required
• Good command of the English language
• Effective use of telephone skills

Mission and Values

We are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities.

Our Core Values:

• Compassion: We show respect, caring, and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable, and suffering.
• Integrity: We promote justice and ethical behavior and responsibly steward our human, financial, and environmental resources.
• Collaboration: We work in partnership, dialogue, and shared purpose to create healthy communities.
• Excellence: We deliver all services with the highest level of quality while seeking creative innovation.

Applicants, employees, and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information (including family medical history).