Job description
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.
- Position Summary:
The Medical Assistant (MA) is assigned duties and responsibilities related to patient care in a virtual team-based environment. The MA will assist providers in the care and treatment of patients, including administrative support, while promoting a smooth flow of patients through the virtual environment and helping to create a calm, supportive atmosphere. The Medical Assistant must demonstrate competency in all skills related to the performance of patient care within their scope of practice and according to organizational policies, accrediting and licensing bodies. 3 years of Medical Assisting experience preferred. This is a remote, virtual team based position.
Schedule: 4 - 10 hour days. Must be able to attend on-site training as well as quarterly meetings in Portland, ME.
- Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
- Education: Applicants must: Have graduated with an Associates Degree in Medical Assisting from an accredited college or a graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant Program, and completed 160 hours clinical experience acquired through an externship or working as a medical assistant, or: Be credentialed and have a minimum of 1 year's clinical Medical Assisting experience in a multi-physician medical practice preferred. Other relevant clinical experience will be evaluated on a case by case basis.
- License/Certifications: Current BLS required. Approved Medical Assistant credentials are: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) through the AAMA, Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) through the AMT, Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) through the NHA, National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) through the NCCT.
- Experience: At least 2 year’s clinical Medical Assisting experience in a multi-physician medical practice.
- Ability to excel in a team-based care environment.
- Maintain personal and professional records that include evaluation and validation of clinical competence/proficiency, continuing education, and any certification or verification of special skill sets.
- Skill in time management, problem solving, multitasking, prioritizing and medical care coordination.
- Ability to maintain a professional manner.
- Ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality.
- Proficient computer skills and knowledge of the electronic medical record.
- Knowledge of medical terminology and medical office procedures.
Location: MaineHealth · Virtual Same Day Care
Schedule: Full Time, Day Shift, 40
About MaineHealth
CEO: Andrew Mueller, MD
Revenue: $1 to $5 billion (USD)
Size: 10000+ Employees
Type: Nonprofit Organization
Website: www.careersatmainehealth.org
Year Founded: 1997