Medical Assistant - Orthopedics

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.

About the role

This is a full-time, 36 hour per week position at MaineHealth Orthopedics and Sports Medicine - Damariscotta. The Medical Assistant (MA) is assigned duties and responsibilities related to Walk-In patient care in a team-based environment. The MA will assist providers in the care and treatment of patients, including:

• Rooming and gathering information from patients
• Assisting providers with minor procedures
• Contacting patients with test results
• Administrative support such as answering phones and making appointments

The MA promotes a smooth flow of patients through the office and helps to create a calm, supportive atmosphere. The MA must demonstrate competency in all skills related to the performance of patient care within their scope of practice and according to organizational policies, accrediting, and licensing bodies.

Requirements

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
• Completion of an Adult Education Medical Assistant program and 6 months of clinical experience in a practice setting
• 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, NCCT, or NREMT certification preferred
• Current BLS certification required or must obtain within 30 days of start date (fully remote care team members are exempt from BLS certification requirement)
• 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.

Benefits

MaineHealth offers:

• Paid parental leave
• Flexible work options
• Student loan assistance
• Professional development opportunities
• Well-being resources
• Comprehensive benefits
• Recognition programs
• Career growth opportunities
• Shift differentials or other incentives where applicable

Pay

The pay range for this position is $21.09 to $27.12 per hour. Compensation for part-time positions is determined on a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).