We are currently hiring for a Medical Assistant (MA) or Clinical Team Assistant (CTA)

at Preble 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:

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):

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

1. Education: Graduate of an accredited vocational program, community college or university in the field of health sciences. Program curriculum must include patient facing experience.
2. License/Certifications: Current BLS required or must be obtained within 3 months from start of employment.
3. Experience: N/A
4. Ability to excel in a team-based care environment.
5. Working knowledge of continuous process improvement.
6. Knowledge of medical terminology and medical office procedures.
7. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills necessary for interacting with patients, physicians, supervisors and other staff.
8. Ability to organize and accomplish multiple tasks and to have the flexibility to meet changing demands on a daily basis.
9. Ability to project a pleasant and professional image even under stressful situations
10. Analytical ability required to gather and interpret information necessary to resolve problems.
11. Ability to demonstrate compassion and caring in dealing with others
12. Proficient computer skills
13. Ability to maintain confidentiality.