Medical Assistant - MH Orthopedics, Sports Medicine & Podiatry Farmington

Maine Health • Farmington, ME

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About The Position

Join our dedicated care team at MaineHealth Orthopedics, Sports Medicine & Podiatry, where we provide compassionate, high-quality care to patients of all ages. We're seeking a Medical Assistant (MA) who is motivated, organized, and passionate about supporting patients through recovery and long-term wellness.

Requirements

• 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).
• License/Certifications: Current AAMA, NHA, AMT, or NCCT certification preferred or achieved within one year of eligibility. Current BLS certification required or must obtain within 30 days of start date. Fully remote care team members are exempt from BLS certification requirement. A NH Med Tech License, or NH EMT and National Registry EMT license is required for those positions located in New Hampshire.
• Experience: One year of experience as a Medical Assistant or 6 months of experience and certification required.

Nice To Haves

• N/A

Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms and assist providers with patient care
• Take vital signs, record medical histories, and update patient charts
• Administer medications and immunizations as directed by providers
• Perform basic lab tests and collect specimens
• Schedule appointments, verify insurance, and assist with patient communications
• Educate families on health, wellness, and treatment plans

Benefits

• With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you'll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them - both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.
• We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow - programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees