Medical Assistant - Surgical Care

MaineHealth; Norge (OK); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

MaineHealth Orthopedics and Sports Medicine - Norway is seeking a Medical Assistant for a per diem position at Stephens Hospital. The Medical Assistant will room patients, process medication refills, manage follow-ups from endoscopy procedures, input labs, and abstract charts, working collaboratively in a compassionate care team.

The role emphasizes flexibility and patient-centered care within a dynamic clinic environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred; multiple MA pathways accepted.
• Current MA credentials (AAMA/NHA/AMT/NCCT) required.
• BLS certification required or obtainable within 30 days of start.
• Six months MA experience or one year as MaineHealth Clinical Team Assistant.
• Fully remote care team positions are exempt from BLS.

Responsibilities

• Room patients for visits and procedures.
• Complete medication refills and manage follow-ups from endoscopy.
• Input laboratory results and abstract charts.
• Collaborate with care team to ensure smooth patient flow.
• Support other clinic tasks as needed.

Skills

Compassionate care

Team player

Education

High School diploma or GED

Medical Assisting certificate (160 hours clinical)

MA certification (AAMA/NHA/AMT/NCCT)

BLS certification

1 year MA or 6 months in practice setting

Job description

This is a per diem position.MaineHealth Orthopedics and Sports Medicine - Norway | MaineHealth is searching for a

Description

Stephens Hospital

Nursing/Clinical Support

Req #: 88561

This is a per diem position.

MaineHealth Orthopedics and Sports Medicine - Norway | MaineHealth is searching for a Medical Assistant! The Medical Assistant’s primary responsibilities include rooming patients, completing medication refills, managing follow-ups from endoscopy procedures, inputting labs, and abstracting charts. The ideal candidate is thoughtful and compassionate about the care they deliver, adaptable to the day-to-day changes in healthcare, and works collaboratively in a team setting.

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 required. (Prior to 5/01/25 MA IIs with 10 years MA experience and employed by MaineHealth as a MA in the most recent 5 years are exempt from certification requirement). Current BLS certification required or must obtain within 30 days of start date. Fully remote care team members are exempt from BLS certification requirement. A NH Med Tech License, or NH EMT and National Registry EMT license is required for those positions located in New Hampshire.
• Experience: Six months of experience as a Medical Assistant or one year as a MaineHealth Clinical Team Assistant.
• Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
• Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

Additional Information

MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources—so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.

We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization.Any offer of employmentwill depend onqualificationssuch asskills, relevant experience, education, certifications,and otherjob-relatedfactors. Thebase rangeis an estimate and does notreflect the full valueofourtotal compensationpackage.

The pay range for this position is $21.09to $27.12 per hour.

Compensation for part-time positions isdeterminedon a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).

In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offerscomprehensivebenefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and,where applicable,shiftdifferentials or other incentives.

If you have questions about this role, please contact [e-mail]

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