Medical Assistant (MA) - Portland Primary Care - Pediatrics
Company: MaineHealth
Location: Portland
Posted on: January 23, 2023
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Job Description:
Summary
For a limited time MaineHealth is offering sign on bonuses for
Medical Assistants:
This busy Pediatrics practice is seeking a motivated Medical
Assistant to join their team! The ideal candidate likes children,
is comfortable around kids, and is eager to learn. The primary
responsibilities of this role are Clinical including: rooming
patients, point of care testing, vaccines, and assisting the
Pediatrician's with procedures. Additional administrative duties
include calling patients and prior auths.
This fast-paced practice includes 4 Pediatricians, 4 MA's, 3 triage
nurses, and 3 administrative staff, along with the Clinical
Resource team, Clinical Supervisor and Manager.
This is full time position: 36 hours per week, 4 1/2 days per week
(some flexiblity in the schedule for the right candiate). Required
weekend rotation of 4 hours on a Saturday or Sunday, once every 6
weeks.
Position Summary
The Medical Assistant (MA) is assigned duties and responsibilities
related to patient care in a team-based ambulatory practice
environment. The MA functions under the license of the provider
when performing clinical and other patient care tasks. 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.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
Education: Applicants must:
Have graduated with an Associates Degree in Medical Assisting from
an accredited college or a graduate of an accredited Medical
Assistant Program, and completed 160 hours clinical experience
acquired through an externship or working as a medical assistant,
OR;
Be credentialed and have a minimum of 1 year's clinical Medical
Assisting experience in a multi-physician medical practice
preferred. Other relevant clinical experience will be evaluated on
a case by case basis, OR;
At least 2 year's clinical Medical Assisting experience in a
multi-physician medical practice
Approved Medical Assistant credentials are:
Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) through the AAMA
Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) through the AMT
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) through the NHA
National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) through the NCCT
License/Certifications: Current BLS required.
Experience: See "Education"
Ability to excel in a team-based care environment.
Maintain personal and professional records that include evaluation
and validation of clinical competence/proficiency, continuing
education, and any certification or verification of special skill
sets.
Skill in time management, problem solving, multitasking,
prioritizing and medical care coordination.
Ability to maintain a professional manner.
Ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality.
Proficient computer skills and knowledge of the electronic medical
record.
Knowledge of medical terminology and medical office procedures.
Additional Information
MaineHealth was ranked one of America's Best Large Employers in
2022 by Forbes!
MaineHealth is a not-for-profit integrated health system whose
vision is, "Working together so our communities are the healthiest
in America." MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a
comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services,
home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians working
together through the MaineHealth Medical Group. With approximately
22,000 care team members, MaineHealth provides preventive care,
diagnosis and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New
Hampshire. Learn more about our system at mainehealth.org
At MaineHealth, we offer benefits that support an individual's
needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow. Our packages
include health and dental insurances, paid parental leave,
retirement program, generous paid time off, and much more! Our
comprehensive array of benefits are competitive, affordable, and
include choices that meet specific, but ever changing, needs.
With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations, you'll be
working with health care professionals that truly value the people
around them - both within the walls of the organization and the
neighborhoods that surround it. We are deeply invested in the
well-being of our communities and care team members. We believe in
fostering a work environment of strong commitment, compassionate
caring and continuous improvement. Join us, and your abilities will
be challenged and enhanced as you take your career to a new
level.
Additional Information
MaineHealth was ranked one of America's Best Large Employers in
2022 by Forbes!
MaineHealth is a not-for-profit integrated health system whose
vision is, "Working together so our communities are the healthiest
in America." MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a
comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services,
home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians working
together through the MaineHealth Medical Group. With approximately
22,000 care team members, MaineHealth provides preventive care,
diagnosis and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New
Hampshire. Learn more about our system at mainehealth.org
At MaineHealth, we offer benefits that support an individual's
needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow. Our packages
include health and dental insurances, paid parental leave,,
retirement program, generous paid time off, and much more! Our
comprehensive array of benefits are competitive, affordable, and
include choices that meet specific, but ever changing, needs.
With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations, you'll be
working with health care professionals that truly value the people
around them - both within the walls of the organization and the
neighborhoods that surround it. We are deeply invested in the
well-being of our communities and care team members. We believe in
fostering a work environment of strong commitment, compassionate
caring and continuous improvement. Join us, and your abilities will
be challenged and enhanced as you take your career to a new
level.
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