Medical Assistant - Surgical Care, Cancer Care

MaineHealth • Portland, ME

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About The Position

The Medical Assistant (MA) performs duties related to patient care and administrative support in a team-based environment, helping promote a smooth flow of patients through the office. When carrying out clinical and other patient-care responsibilities, the MA functions under the license of the physician or advanced practice practitioner.

Requirements

• Meet one of the following: graduate from an accredited vocational institution or community college medical assisting program and complete 160 hours of clinical experience; complete an Adult Education Medical Assistant program and have 6 months of clinical experience in a practice setting; or have 1 year of clinical experience in a multi-provider practice setting. Equivalent experience is evaluated case by case.
• Current BLS certification is required, or must be obtained within 30 days of the start date.
• For positions located in New Hampshire, an NH Med Tech License or NH EMT and National Registry EMT license is required.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current AAMA, NHA, AMT, NCCT, or NREMT certification.
• Relevant experience as a Medical Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-care and administrative support in a team-based environment.
• Promote a smooth flow of patients through the office.
• Perform clinical and other patient-care responsibilities under the license of a physician or advanced practice practitioner.

Benefits

• Paid parental leave
• Flexible work options
• Student loan assistance
• Professional development opportunities
• Well-being resources
• Comprehensive benefits
• Recognition programs
• Career growth opportunities
• Shift differentials or other incentives, where applicable

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED