Medical Assistant (Primary Care) - Penobscot Pediatrics
About The Position
Make a difference in the lives of children and families every day at Penobscot Pediatrics. PCHC is seeking a compassionate, team-oriented Medical Assistant (MA) to join our pediatric care team and help create positive healthcare experiences for the children we serve. This is more than a clinical support role—it's an opportunity to build meaningful connections with patients and families. As an MA at Penobscot Pediatrics, you'll work alongside dedicated providers and care team members who are committed to delivering exceptional, family-centered care. If you're passionate about helping children thrive, enjoy building relationships with families, and want to make a lasting impact on your community, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help shape healthier futures for the next generation.
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
- Initial and maintained Certification is highly encouraged and supported.
- 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.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrate empathy, strong communication, and sound clinical judgment while supporting patients and care teams.
- Assist providers with patient care, treatments, and clinical decision-making to ensure smooth, high-quality visits in a primary care setting that supports the whole person.
- Conduct chart reviews, manage medication refills, and support pre-visit planning and other clinical requests.
- Room patients, maintain exam spaces, administer medications and vaccines, draw blood, and process labs under provider direction.
- Support adherence to quality standards and help implement best practices across the clinic.
- Collaborate across clinical and administrative teams to enhance patient experience and clinic workflows while ensuring patients feel heard and respected.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and generous benefits
- Flexible schedules supportive of work/life balance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
