We are searching for qualified candidates for two direct-hire or temp-to-hire Certified Medical Assistant openings currently available through our healthcare client, centrally located in downtown Portland ME.

This is an immediate direct-hire or temp-to-hire opening tailored for certified candidates who are looking to gain valuable experience in a large and established local Maine network, offering strong room for growth within the specialty and exceptional company benefits.

Position Details:

• Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (40 hours per week)
• Salary: $20.00 - $28.00 per hour depending on experience

Clinical Duties:

• Patient Preparation: Room patients promptly, documenting vital signs, medical history, and current medications.
• Assisting Providers: Support physicians and advanced practice providers during examinations and procedures.
• Diagnostic Testing: Administer and prepare patients for tests such as EKGs, vision and hearing screenings, phlebotomy, and immunizations.
• Specimen Handling: Collect and process laboratory specimens, ensuring proper labeling and preparation for analysis.
• Medication Management: Assist with medication reconciliation, administer injections, and manage prescription refills under provider supervision.
• Patient Education: Provide information on treatments, medications, and health maintenance to patients

Admin Duties:

• Appointment Coordination: Schedule patient visits and manage follow-up appointments.
• Documentation: Accurately enter patient information into electronic medical records (EMR), ensuring compliance with healthcare standards.
• Communication: Manage patient inquiries via phone, email, and patient portals, addressing concerns and relaying messages to providers.
• Office Management: Handle clerical tasks such as sorting and scanning documents, managing incoming faxes, and maintaining patient records.

Requirements:

• MUST be Maine certified/licensed Medical Assistant (Current AAMA, NHA, AMT, or NCCT certification preferred)
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required OR must obtain within 30 days of start date