Medical Assistant (MA), Clinical Team Assistant, CNA - Preble St. Learning Collaborative - Maine Health
Portland, ME 04101
About the Job
We are currently hiring for a Medical Assistant (MA) or Clinical Team Assistant (CTA)
atPreble St. Learning Collaborative.
CNA's welcome to apply as well! (must be Maine licensed).
For a limited time MaineHealth is offering sign on bonuses for Medical Assistants and CTA’s:
- 0-1 years of experience eligible for $4,000 (full time) - MA
- 1+ years of experience eligible for $5,000 (full time) - MA
- Up to $2,500 sign on bonus for Clinical Team 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.
The Medical Assistant position at this fast-paced clinic offers the opportunity to join a close and supportive team.This practice offers medical care, social work, and basic support for patients experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness. This position involves a mix of clinical and administrative responsibilities. The medical assistant at the Learning Collaborative primarily supports the providers by escorting patients to examination rooms, taking vital signs, performing point-of-care testing and phlebotomy, and managing the stocking and ordering of supplies. Experience or a willingness to learn de-escalation techniques, along with a background in social work or mental health and knowledge of substance abuse, would be beneficial.
The hours for this position are Monday through Friday, 8am – 4:30pm.
Position Summary – Medical Assistant
The Medical Assistant II 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 II functions under the license of a provider when performing clinical and other patient care responsibilities.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's):
- 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 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.
- Experience: 1 year of experience as a Medical Assistant or 6 months of experience and certification required.
- Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
- Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A
Position Summary – Clinical Team Assistant
This position is responsible for performing daily patient service functions to support the clinical team in the delivery of patient care.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) – Clinical Team Assistant
- Education: Graduate of an accredited vocational program, community college or university in the field of health sciences. Program curriculum must include patient facing experience.
- License/Certifications: Current BLS required or must be obtained within 3 months from start of employment.
- Experience: N/A
- Ability to excel in a team-based care environment.
- Working knowledge of continuous process improvement.
- Knowledge of medical terminology and medical office procedures.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills necessary for interacting with patients, physicians, supervisors and other staff.
- Ability to organize and accomplish multiple tasks and to have the flexibility to meet changing demands on a daily basis.
- Ability to project a pleasant and professional image even under stressful situations
- Analytical ability required to gather and interpret information necessary to resolve problems.
- Ability to demonstrate compassion and caring in dealing with others
- Proficient computer skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.