Medical Assistant - Orthopedics and Sports Medicine

Description

Nursing/Clinical Support
Req #: 16610

For a limited time MaineHealth is offering sign on bonuses for Medical Assistants:

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. 0-1 years of experience eligible for $4,000 (full time) 1+ years of experience eligible for $5,000 (full time)

We are currently hiring for a Medical Assistant (MA) at MaineHealth,Sports Medicine!

Fast-paced, outpatient orthopedic sports medicine clinic is seeking a Medical Assistantto join their very diverse team that includes CTAs, MAs, RNs and ATCs! The practice also includes18 Providers- orthopedic surgeons, primary care sports medicine physicians, NPs and PA-Cs.

Primary responsibilities will include rooming for providers, completing intake, assisting with in-office procedures;scheduling patients and supporting providers practice; answering patient phone calls;completing paperwork and other necessary duties for the practice.

Please consider joining this supportive, compassionate team! Hours are Mon-Friday 8 - 5pm - but can be flexible as needed.

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 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)

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 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.
3. Experience: Relevant experience as a Medical Assistant preferred.
4. Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
5. Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A