Medical Assistant (FLOAT) - Penobscot Pediatrics

Penobscot Community Health Care•Bangor, ME

About The Position

It takes a special kind of Medical Assistant to float—and we’re looking for just that. Are you energized by variety, quick to adapt, and motivated by the fast pace of pediatric care? Do you thrive when every day looks a little different and love supporting kids, families, and providers alike? If so, PCHC’s Penobscot Pediatrics wants to meet you! We’re seeking a Medical Assistant (MA) FLOAT—a key player who steps in wherever needed, ensuring consistent, high-quality care across the clinic. In this unique role, you’ll cover for MAs when they’re out and assist clinic-wide in delivering compassionate, patient-centered care. It’s the ideal opportunity to build broad clinical experience, deepen your skill set, and be part of a vibrant, mission-driven team. If you’ve got the heart and hustle, we want to hear from you. Apply today! All full-time, externally hired Medical Assistants will receive a $3500 sign on /retention bonus! Collaborative culture, career growth opportunities, and much more! Find out more from our current PCHC MAs and Clinical Supervisors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3odqQB-Ykf8 [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3odqQB-Ykf8] Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday, Schedule TBD (NOTE: Shift differential available for this float position. Schedule may change depending on needs of clinic, but would still fall within Monday-Friday.) PCHC provides comprehensive, patient-centered care with integrated services, including Psychiatry & Mental Health, Dental, Family Medicine, Pediatrics, Pharmacy, Geriatrics, Laboratory Services, Physical Therapy, and more!

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Evidence of Medical Assistant training including all the essential job functions, knowledge, skills, and abilities listed here in this job description, or MA Certification required.
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.

Nice To Haves

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.
Initial and maintained Certification is highly encouraged and supported.

Responsibilities

Compassionate, Collaborative Care – Demonstrate empathy, strong communication, and sound clinical judgment while supporting patients and the care team.
Direct Provider Support – Assist providers with patient care, treatments, and clinical decision-making to ensure smooth, high-quality visits.
Clinical Desktop & Chart Management – Conduct chart reviews, manage medication refills, and support pre-visit planning and other clinical requests.
Patient Preparation & Procedures – Room patients, maintain exam spaces, administer medications and vaccines, draw blood, and process labs under provider direction.
Quality & Compliance – Support adherence to quality standards and help implement best practices across the clinic.
Patient & Team Engagement – Collaborate across clinical and administrative teams to enhance patient experience and clinic workflows while ensuring patients feel heard and respected.