Medical Assistant - OBGYN
About The Position
Up to $5,000 sign on bonus available! Central Maine Healthcare is seeking a Full Time, Medical Assistant to join our OBGYN team! Position Summary: The position of Medical Assistant (MA), functions as an integral member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team in providing direct patient care. The MA performs routine administrative and patient care support duties that assist the medical team in the examination and treatment of patients and ensure the clinic/office runs efficiently. The MA provides clerical support under the supervision of the practice manager and assists clinically in the delivery of patient care in the medical practice under the supervision of the provider. The MA works with the Practice Leadership in accordance with CMH department policies and procedures and operates within the American Association of Medical Assistants guidelines. The MA communicates with the appropriate person (Provider, Clinical Coordinator, Team Leader, and/or Practice Manager) about changes in patient's status and results of diagnostic studies. About Central Maine Healthcare: Central Maine Healthcare is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving 400,000 people living in central, western and Midcoast Maine. CMH's hospital facilities include Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital. CMH also supports Central Maine Medical Group, a primary and specialty care practice organization. Other system services include the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute, a regional trauma program, LifeFlight of Maine's southern Maine base, the Central Maine Comprehensive Cancer Center and other high-quality clinical services.
Requirements
- Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS required.
- Must have an Associate’s Degree from an accredited school of medical assistance or a certificate in Medical Assisting.
Nice To Haves
- 1-2 years of experience preferred.
- Valid certification (CMA, RMA, CCMA) preferred from one of the following associations: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) – American Association of Medical Assistants Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) – American Medical Technologists Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) – National Health Career Association Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) – The American Registry of Medical Assistants
Responsibilities
- Performs routine administrative and patient care support duties
- Assists the medical team in the examination and treatment of patients
- Ensures the clinic/office runs efficiently
- Provides clerical support under the supervision of the practice manager
- Assists clinically in the delivery of patient care in the medical practice under the supervision of the provider
- Works with the Practice Leadership in accordance with CMH department policies and procedures
- Operates within the American Association of Medical Assistants guidelines
- Communicates with the appropriate person (Provider, Clinical Coordinator, Team Leader, and/or Practice Manager) about changes in patient's status and results of diagnostic studies.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
