Medical Assistant II - Orthopedics

Description

Franklin Memorial Hospital
Orthopedics
Nursing/Clinical Support
Req #: 1805

Summary

For a limited time, MaineHealth is offering up to $4,000 Sign on bonus for all eligible new Medical Assistants with less than 1 year of experience and $5,000 for experienced Medical Assistants with greater than 1 year of experience!

• 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.

Summary:
The Medical Assistant II 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 II role 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 one 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: 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