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Medical Assistant (MA) -Otolaryngology

Maine Medical Center • Scarborough, ME 04070 • Posted 1 day ago

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The Medical Assistant role at Maine Medical Center involves working one-on-one with an ENT surgeon, supporting their practice with both direct patient care and administrative needs. This position is part of a high volume medical specialty office seeing patients of all ages for Ear, Nose, and Throat issues. The role is designed for a team-based environment, promoting a smooth flow of patients through the office and requires the ability to multi-task and stay organized. New graduates are also encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

  • Assigned duties and responsibilities related to patient care and administrative support in a team-based environment.
  • Promote a smooth flow of patients through the office.
  • Function under the license of the physician/advanced practice practitioner when performing clinical and other patient care responsibilities.

Qualifications

Required

  • High School diploma or GED preferred.
  • 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.
  • Current AAMA, NHA, AMT, or NCCT certification preferred or achieved within 1 year of eligibility.
  • Current BLS certification required or must obtain within 30 days of start date.
  • A NH Med Tech License, or NH EMT and National Registry EMT license is required for those positions located in New Hampshire.
  • Relevant experience as a Medical Assistant preferred.

Full Job Description

Summary
  • For a limited time MaineHealth is offering sign on bonuses for Medical Assistants:
  • 0-1 years of experience eligible for $4,000 (full time)
  • 1+ years of experience eligible for $5,000 (full time)
  • Eligible candidates are hired (offer accepted) into a Full or Part time MA position. Bonus amount prorated for Part time hires, per diem hires are ineligible.
  • Current MaineHealth member employees are ineligible; former MaineHealth Members are ineligible until greater than 6 months separation from employment.
  • High volume medical specialty office seeing patients of all ages for Ear, Nose and Throat issues. The Medical Assistant role works one on one with an ENT surgeon, supporting their practice with both direct patient care and administrative needs. Good working environment, team focused, supportive management with a friendly atmosphere. Seeking someone with the ability to multi task and stay organized and is patient care focused. New grads will be also considered.
  • Position Summary
    • The Medical Assistant (MA) role is assigned duties and responsibilities related to patient care and administrative support in a team-based environment while promoting a smooth flow of patients through the office. The Medical Assistant I functions under the license of the physician/advanced practice practitioner when performing clinical and other patient care responsibilities.
  • Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
    • 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 1 year of eligibility. Current BLS certification required or must obtain within 30 days of start date. A NH Med Tech License, or NH EMT and National Registry EMT license is required for those positions located in New Hampshire.
    • Experience: Relevant experience as a Medical Assistant preferred.
    • Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
    • Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A