What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant position at Portland Gastroenterology Center?
We’re Hiring: Medical Assistant
Portland, Maine
Monday – Friday, Full-Time
Do you enjoy working behind the scenes to help things run smoothly? Are you organized, detail-oriented, and great with people? Join Portland Gastroenterology Center as a Medical Assistant and become a key part of our patient care team!
What You’ll Do
As a Medical Assistant, you’ll support one or more of our healthcare providers and help keep their day running on track. You’ll help manage patient appointments, respond to messages, and make sure charts and records are ready for clinic visits. You'll also follow up after procedures and help schedule next steps for care.
Your daily work may include:
Keeping your provider’s schedule full and efficient
Handling no-shows, cancellations, and rescheduling
Sending post-procedure instructions and updates
Entering follow-up appointments (recalls)
Managing provider orders and tasks
Preparing charts before clinic visits
Assisting with patient check-out
Checking voicemails and responding to emails
Following up on any assigned tasks from your provider
You’ll be a reliable, professional, and caring part of the team—making sure nothing falls through the cracks!
What You Bring
An associate degree or equivalent experience
Experience in a medical or office setting (preferred)
Strong computer and communication skills
A positive, helpful attitude
The ability to manage time and tasks independently
Why Join Us?
At Portland Gastroenterology Center, you’ll be part of a supportive team that values respect, compassion, and excellence. You’ll enjoy:
A Monday through Friday schedule—no weekends
A calm, professional environment
The chance to make a real difference in patients’ care
Compensation
Minimum: $25.00/hour
Maximum: $28.83/hour
Pay is determined by your education, training, and experience
Apply Today!
If you’re organized, reliable, and ready to grow in the healthcare field, we’d love to meet you. Apply now and take the next step in your career!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $25.00 - $28.83 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
AD&D insurance
Dental insurance
Disability insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Flexible spending account
Free parking
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
On-the-job training
Opportunities for advancement
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Paid training
Pet insurance
Profit sharing
Referral program
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person