Medical Assistant (Primary Care) - Penobscot Community Health Center

Penobscot Community Health Center • Bangor, ME

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About The Position

Penobscot Community Health Center is seeking a passionate, team-oriented Medical Assistant to support its primary care team. The role contributes to compassionate, high-quality, patient-centered care in a collaborative community health setting, working alongside providers and care teams. PCHC is a nationally recognized nonprofit and Federally Qualified Health Center that offers integrated services and a Medical Home Model.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Evidence of Medical Assistant training covering the essential job functions, knowledge, skills, and abilities in the job description, or Medical Assistant certification.
• Current training and certification in Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support from the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Health & Safety Institute; if not current at hire, must obtain it within two weeks.
• Schedule is full-time, Monday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification by the AAMA, Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) certification by the AMT, or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) certification by the NHA.
• Prepared to obtain one of the listed Medical Assistant certifications within 60 days of hire.
• Initial and maintained Medical Assistant certification; certification is encouraged and supported.

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 in a primary care setting.
• Conduct chart reviews, manage medication refills, and support pre-visit planning and other clinical requests.
• Room patients and maintain exam spaces.
• Administer medications and vaccines, draw blood, and process labs under provider direction.
• Support adherence to quality standards and help implement clinic best practices.
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative teams to improve patient experience and clinic workflows, ensuring patients feel heard and respected.

Benefits

• Flexible schedules supportive of work/life balance.
• Competitive compensation and generous benefits.
• Collegial professional atmosphere with informed leadership.

What This Job Offers

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