Medical Assistant - Behavioral Health, Damariscotta

Description

Nursing/Clinical Support
Req #: 53491

For a limited time MaineHealth is offering 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.

Medical Assistant - Behavioral Health
Location: Damariscotta, Maine
Position Type: Full-Time, 40 hours

About Us:
Join our compassionate Behavioral Health team at MaineHealth! We provide high-quality, patient-centered care to support the mental and emotional well-being of our community.

Position Summary:
The Medical Assistant (MA) plays a vital role in ensuring smooth operations in the Behavioral Health clinic. You will support providers, assist patients, and help maintain a welcoming and efficient clinical environment.

Responsibilities:

* Greet patients and assist with check-in/check-out processes

* Obtain and record vital signs, medical histories, and other patient information

* Prepare patients for examinations and assist providers as needed

* Schedule appointments, answer phones, and perform clerical tasks

* Maintain accurate and confidential patient records in compliance with HIPAA

* Support behavioral health providers with administrative and clinical duties

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 one year of eligibility. 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.
3. Experience: One year of experience as a Medical Assistant or 6 months of experience and certification required.
4. Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
5. Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

If you have questions about this role, please contact sarah.polk@mainehealth.org