Clinical Support Assistant II (Medical Assistant) - Community Care & Geriatrics

Calling all Medical Assistants!!! Are you a positive and engaging human who is looking to do amazing work in the community? Do you have at least 2 years of experience in healthcare? PCHC's Community Care & Geriatrics team is looking for a Clinical Support Assistant II (Medical Assistant)! In this unique role, you’ll travel outside of our typical exam room setting to meet our patients where they are, supporting our providers in the delivery of patient-centered care in skilled nursing facilities, long term care, assisted living, or even in patient homes. If you’re an MA who is passionate about geriatric care and you’re looking for a change in scenery, this position is for you! Apply today!

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Schedule: Full-Time, Tuesday through Friday, 10-hour days with Saturday, Sunday and Mondays off. (NOTE: This position requires travel within the Greater Bangor area. Mileage is reimbursed per PCHC’s Business Travel and Expense Reimbursement Policy)

 All externally hired medical assistants will receive a $3500 sign on/retention bonus!

This position works in a Designated Healthcare Facility which is subject to the State of Maine’s immunization requirements for healthcare workers. If hired, you will be required to show a Certificate of Immunization, or Proof of Immunity, against: 1.) Rubeola (measles); Mumps; Rubella (German measles); Varicella; Hepatitis B; and Influenza.

Highlights of the position:

• Demonstrates compassion, collaboration, communication, and appropriate clinical judgement in patient care. Provides direct support to providers in delivering stellar patient care.

• Engages in pre-visit planning activities, preparing visits for the providers using medical records, Health Info Net, and other resources.
• Assists with billing duties, including delivering patient notes to the office, scanning, and following up with providers as appropriate. Ensures the information is accurate and complete.
• May perform a variety of clinical functions within scope under the direction of the provider, including but not limited to:
  • Blood draws
  • Administering vaccines
  • Processing of labs
  • Therapeutic injections
  • Inhalation medications via nebulizer
• Proactively manages provider schedules while balancing schedule templates and patient preferences
• Strategizes within care team to effectively manage patient’s care. Collaborates to improve the patient experience and clinic processes.

Join PCHC's nationally recognized non-profit organization:

• Federally Qualified Health Center offering integrated Medical Home Model
• Collegial professional atmosphere with informed leadership
• Flexible schedules supportive of work/life balance
• Competitive compensation and generous benefits
• PCHC cares for the WHOLE person, offering a broad range of services, including Psychiatry & Mental Health, Dental, Family Medicine, Pediatrics, Pharmacy, Geriatrics, Lab & X-Ray, Physical Therapy and Podiatry all within one organization.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 2 years of experience in a healthcare, nursing home, assisted living or similar setting required.
• Evidence of Medical Assistant training including all the essential job functions, knowledge, skills, and abilities listed here in this job description. Graduate of an accredited program for Medical Assistants, or CMA- Certification by the AAMA, or RMA- Certification by the AMT, or CCMA- Certification by the NHA or prepared to certify within 60 days of hire preferred.
• Will have up-to-date training and certification in Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association, American Red Cross or American Health & Safety Institute. Must obtain within 2 weeks if not current at hire.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record and/or an appropriate length of driving experience for insurance purposes is required. Any concerns raised by the results of a driving record check will be subject to an individualized review to determine whether the infraction is relevant to the individual’s ability to perform the responsibilities of the position in accordance with PCHC’s Automobile Safety and Background Check Policy.

Curious, or interested to learn more? Apply today! You can request a full copy of the detailed job description by emailing recruitment@pchc.com.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law.