Medical Assistant (MA) - General Surgery - Maine Health

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.

We are hiring immediately for a part-time (20 hours per week)Medical Assistant in General Surgerywhere you’ll find more than just a job – you’ll make a meaningful difference.

Your role:
General Surgery | MaineHealthis offering an exciting opportunity for aMedical Assistantto join our team! We are looking for candidates with strong communication skills, a positive attitude and proven record of reliability. Our medical assistants work one on one with a provider to enhance patient care and wellness through rooming and obtaining vital signs, reconciling the medical record, tracking preventative care quality measures, and returning patient calls. This position requires a positive attitude to contribute tothe team spirit within the practice

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):

1. 1. 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).
   2. License/Certifications:Current AAMA, NHA, AMT, or NCCT certification preferred or achieved within 1 year of eligibility. Current BLS certification within 3 months of hire required. An NH Med Tech License is required for those positions located in New Hampshire.
   3. Experience:Relevant experience as a Medical Assistant preferred.
   4. Additional Skills/Requirements Required:N/A
   5. Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred:N/A