Per Diem MA II - Geriatrics: Patient Care & Admin Support

MaineGeneral Health System; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 28,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wage access via Payactiv

403(b) company-matching up to 2% and 2

401(a) retirement plan

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

MaineGeneral Health System in Augusta, ME, is seeking a Medical Assistant II to join the Maine Dartmouth Geriatrics team. This per diem role keeps visits running smoothly by supporting patients and providers.

Clinical duties include preparing patients, assisting with examinations and basic diagnostics, collecting specimens, and communicating changes in patient condition to the medical staff. Administrative tasks involve filing, scheduling, data entry, registration, stocking supplies, and

Qualifications

• Previous work experience as a Medical Assistant.
• Certification by an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Possession of an associate degree in Medical Assisting from an accredited school.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to balance clinical and administrative responsibilities.
• Team-focused mindset with a patient-first approach.

Responsibilities

• Clinical: preparing patients for visits and assisting providers during examinations.
• Assists with basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection as required.
• Communicates observed changes in patient condition to medical staff for assessment.
• Administrative: documents patient care given; filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, prior authorization, and patient registration.
• Maintains equipment, supplies, and examination areas.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Patient-first approach

Education

Associate degree in Medical Assisting

Certified Medical Assistant

Job description

MaineGeneral Health System in Augusta, ME, is seeking a Medical Assistant II to join the Maine Dartmouth Geriatrics team. This per diem role keeps visits running smoothly by supporting patients and providers.

Clinical duties include preparing patients, assisting with examinations and basic diagnostics, collecting specimens, and communicating changes in patient condition to the medical staff. Administrative tasks involve filing, scheduling, data entry, registration, stocking supplies, and