Medical Assistant - Orthopedics, Sports Medicine & Podiatry

About the Role

Join our dedicated care team at MaineHealth Orthopedics, Sports Medicine & Podiatry, where we provide compassionate, high-quality care to patients of all ages. We're seeking a Medical Assistant (MA) who is motivated, organized, and passionate about supporting patients through recovery and long-term wellness.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare exam rooms and assist providers with patient care
• Take vital signs, record medical histories, and update patient charts
• Administer medications and immunizations as directed by providers
• Perform basic lab tests and collect specimens
• Schedule appointments, verify insurance, and assist with patient communications
• Educate families on health, wellness, and treatment plans

Required Qualifications

• 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 required. (Prior to 5/01/25 MA IIs with 10 years MA experience and employed by MaineHealth as a MA in the most recent 5 years are exempt from certification requirement). 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: Six months of experience as a Medical Assistant or one year as a MaineHealth Clinical Team Assistant.

Location & Schedule

• Location: Farmington, Maine
• Employment Type: Full-Time (40 hours)

Pay

• $21.09 to $27.12 per hour
• 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.

Benefits

• Paid parental leave
• Flexible work options
• Student loan assistance
• Professional development opportunities
• Well-being resources
• Recognition programs
• Career growth opportunities
• Where applicable, shift differentials or other incentives

For questions about this role, please contact sarah.polk@mainehealth.org