Medical Assistant - Surgical & Wound Care

MaineHealth; Damariscotta (ME); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Paid parental leave

Flexible work options

Student loan assistance

Professional development opportunities

Well-being resources

Job summary

MaineHealth Surgical Care and Wound Care - Damariscotta is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to join our team. You will work one-on-one with a provider to enhance patient care by rooming, obtaining vital signs, and reconciling records while supporting quality measures.

We value reliability, a positive attitude, and strong communication. Eligible candidates may qualify for a sign-on bonus; full‑time and part‑time roles are available in a supportive, team‑oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Education and certifications aligned with Medical Assistant practice as detailed.
• Clinical experience requirements include specified hours or durations.
• Certification and BLS readiness are required or obtainable shortly after start.

Responsibilities

• Room and prep patients, take vital signs and document in the record.
• Reconcile medical records and track preventative care measures.
• Return patient calls and support provider with care coordination.

Skills

Communication skills

Reliability

Team attitude

Education

High School diploma or GED

Medical Assisting with 160 hours clinical

Adult Education Medical Assistant program + 6 months clinical

1 year of clinical experience in a multi-provider practice

Vocational/Community college Medical Assisting program with clinical experience

Tools

BLS certification

MA certs (AAMA/NHA/AMT/NCCT)

Job description

Description

Lincoln Hospital

Nursing/Clinical Support

Req #: 90277

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.

Your Role

MaineHealth Surgical Care and Wound Care - Damariscotta | MaineHealth is offering an exciting opportunity for a Medical Assistant to join our team! We are looking for candidates with strong communication skills, a positive attitude and proven record of reliability. Our medical assistants work one on one with a provider to enhance patient care and wellness through rooming and obtaining vital signs, reconciling the medical record, tracking preventative care quality measures, and returning patient calls. This position requires a positive attitude to contribute to the team spirit within the practice

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 employment will depend on qualifications such as skills, relevant experience, education, certifications,and other job‑related factors. The base range is an estimate and does not reflect the full value of our total compensation package.

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

Compensation for part‑time positions is determined on a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full‑time equivalent (FTE).

In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers comprehensive benefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and, where applicable, shift differentials or other incentives.

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