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.

If you got into healthcare to make a meaningful difference in people's lives, MaineHealth should be where you call home.  We are hiring immediately for a full-time (36 hours per week) Medical Assistant where you’ll find more than just a job – you’ll make a meaningful difference.

Why join us? 
We can offer you an unmatched opportunity for career goals without compromising your quality of life.  We are proud to offer all the great benefits you’d expect from a healthcare leader:

• Education, training opportunities and resources that support professional growth
• Growth opportunities (typical career progression from this role would be moving to an LPN or Registered Nurse).

Your role:  
Life doesn’t always work on a schedule. That’s why our expert health care providers are available seven days a week. When you or a loved one has a non-life-threatening injury or illness, our walk-in care location provides a convenient, affordable option for immediate care, right in your community. 

The Medical Assistant at the Pen Bay Walk in Clinic 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)

1. 1. 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).
   2. 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.
   3. Experience: Relevant experience as a Medical Assistant preferred.
   4. Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
   5. Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A