Medical Assistant (Primary Care) - Seaport Community Health Center

Seaport Community Health Center • Belfast, ME

5d • Onsite

About The Position

PCHC is hiring a Medical Assistant at Seaport Community Health Center and will provide paid training for candidates with relevant clinical experience, including CNAs, who are building their Medical Assistant skills. The position is part of an integrated care team delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. PCHC describes its workplace as a collegial professional atmosphere with informed leadership and opportunities to learn and advance.

The Medical Assistant provides compassionate, respectful support to patients and works closely with providers and care teams. Duties include assisting with procedures; administering medications and vaccines; supporting lab work; reviewing charts and medication refill requests; preparing patients and exam rooms; maintaining clinic supplies and equipment; and contributing to quality standards and workflow improvements.

This is a full-time, Monday–Friday position with a stated schedule of 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. PCHC is a nationally recognized nonprofit and Federally Qualified Health Center offering integrated services, including medical, behavioral health, dental, pharmacy, laboratory, physical therapy, and other care.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Evidence of Medical Assistant training covering the essential job functions, knowledge, skills, and abilities described in the job description, or Medical Assistant certification.
• Current Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support training and certification issued by the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Health & Safety Institute; must obtain it within two weeks of hire if not current.

Nice To Haves

• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• CMA certification by the AAMA, RMA certification by the AMT, or CCMA certification by the NHA; alternatively, be prepared to certify within 60 days of hire.
• Current Medical Assistant certification is encouraged and supported.
• CNA or relevant clinical experience; paid training is offered to develop Medical Assistant skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, respectful care and help patients feel heard, valued, and supported throughout their visit.
• Work closely with providers to deliver care and assist with procedures.
• Administer medications and vaccines and assist with lab work.
• Partner with providers and care teams to coordinate care and support positive patient outcomes.
• Review patient charts, support medication refills, and help prepare for efficient, organized visits.
• Room patients, prepare exam spaces, and maintain clinic supplies and equipment.
• Support quality standards and contribute to improvements in workflows and the patient experience.

Benefits

• Paid training for candidates with relevant clinical experience who are developing Medical Assistant skills.
• Flexible schedules supportive of work/life balance.
• Competitive compensation and generous benefits.
• Career growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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