Medical Assistant - Westbrook Primary Care

MaineHealth; Westbrook (ME); On-site; USD 4,000 - 5,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as a Medical Assistant, where you'll play a crucial role in patient care and administrative support. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative, team-based environment dedicated to providing exceptional care. With flexible work policies and comprehensive benefits, you can thrive both personally and professionally. If you're passionate about making a difference in the community and want to grow your career in a supportive setting, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Work Policies

Student Loan Assistance

Training and Education Resources

Well-being Resources

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited vocational institution in Medical Assisting.
• Current AAMA, NHA, AMT, or NCCT certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical and patient care responsibilities under supervision.
• Ensure smooth patient flow through the office.

Skills

Patient Care

Administrative Support

Clinical Experience

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Medical Assisting Certification

Job description

Description

Nursing/Clinical Support
Req #: 30218

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:

• Bonuses are awarded to candidates hired (offer accepted) into a Full or Part-time MA position. Bonus amount is prorated for Part-time hires; per diem hires are ineligible.
• Current MaineHealth employees are ineligible; former MaineHealth employees are ineligible until more than 6 months of separation from employment.

Summary:

The Medical Assistant (MA) role involves duties related to patient care and administrative support in a team-based environment, ensuring smooth patient flow through the office. The MA performs clinical and other patient care responsibilities under the license of the physician or advanced practice practitioner.

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; or
• Completion of an Adult Education Medical Assistant program with 6 months of clinical experience; or
• 1 year of clinical experience in a multi-provider practice setting.

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

Experience: Relevant experience as a Medical Assistant is preferred.

Additional Skills/Requirements: Not specified.

Additional Information:

Working across MaineHealth locations, you'll collaborate with healthcare professionals committed to valuing both colleagues and community. We offer benefits supporting your needs today and flexibility for tomorrow, including paid parental leave, flexible work policies, student loan assistance, training, education, and well-being resources.

MaineHealth is dedicated 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 that delivers top-tier care, apply today.

If you have questions about this role, please contact Jayne B. Conley at [e-mail]