Summary

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.

• The Palliative Care Medical Assistant will be a key role in our ambulatory clinic practice, located in Scarborough, ME. The MA is embedded into the interdisciplinary team model to care for patients and support families through complex illnesses. The MA fosters a compassionate environment and is instrumental in the patient experience and operations of the clinic. CNA's welcome to apply! (must be Maine licensed CNA).
• Position Summary
  
  • The Medical Assistant I is assigned duties and responsibilities related to patient care and administrative support in a team-based environment while promoting a smooth flow of patients through the office. The Medical Assistant I functions under the license of a provider when performing clinical and other patient care responsibilities.
• 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 preferred or achieved within 1 year of eligibility. Current BLS certification within 3 months of hire required. An NH Med Tech License is required for those positions located in New Hampshire.
  • Experience: Relevant experience as a Medical Assistant preferred.
  • Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
  • Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

Additional Information
Maine Medical Center is a Magnet designated 700-bed tertiary care and teaching institution. MMC is Maine's largest hospital and a state-wide health care resource. MMC offers outstanding career opportunities and quality of life in Portland.