Posted 4 months ago

Medical Assistant

PortlandOn-siteFull-time

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Medical Assistants work in Trellis Health's Portland, ME practice, supporting clinical workflows, patient care, and telehealth-enabled service delivery under clinician supervision.

About this role

Medical Assistant (multiple openings)

Trellis Health

Portland, Maine

Trellis Health is seeking Medical Assistants to work in our Portland, Maine practice and play a crucial role in shaping clinical practices and patient experiences from the ground up. This position requires flexibility, a high level of autonomy, and a proactive approach to both problem-solving and patient care.

Requirements of the Medical Assistant:

High school diploma or GED and 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

1+ years of experience as a Medical Assistant required

Current AAMA, NHA, AMT, or NCCT certification preferred

Basic Life Support certification: Within first 90 days after hiring

NSHC Health Coaching Certificate within 6 months of hiring

Must possess strong digital literacy skills, demonstrate proficiency with telehealth platforms, and maintain a high standard of patient care and communication in a virtual setting

Ability to effectively collaborate and partner with clinical and administrative team

Ability to communicate effectively with patients, while embodying Trellis’ values of empathy, compassion, competence, and exceptional quality

Ability to work onsite in Portland, Maine Monday-Friday 8:30-5

Benefits of the Job:

Medical, Dental and Vision options

Competitive pay in the range of $20-30+ based on experience and level

Up to 5% bonus based on company performance

HSA option

Retirement plan options

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Employer facilitated NSHC Health Coach Certificate

Rewarding opportunity with an employer who is building a new model of primary care while delivering it in real time, grounded in relationships, access, and collaboration

Responsibilities of the Medical Assistant:

Greets and rooms patients; measures and monitors vital signs

Observes, documents, and reports patient's condition, medical history, etc. to provider

Administers medication, immunizations, injections, and removes sutures and changes dressings per protocol or as directed by provider

Performs specimen collection and transport as directed by the provider

Prepares prescription renewals within the EMR and may approve prescription refills

Enters labs, x-rays, and other diagnostics per protocol or as directed by the provider

Assists with patient education, under the direction and guidance of the provider

Prepares, cleans, and disinfects exam and treatment rooms, equipment

Provides health coaching to a defined group of patients to support healthy lifestyle choices. Follows up with coached patients via weekly calls

Assists other personnel with patient appointment scheduling

Actively participates in care team huddles, collaborating with the care team to ensure efficient coordination of daily clinic schedules

Skills

Care CoordinationCertification ManagementClinical WorkflowEMR/EMR Medication RenewalsHealth CoachingHIPAA/complianceImmunizationsInfection ControlLab And Diagnostic EntryMedical AssistingMedication AdministrationPatient EducationSpecimen CollectionSuture RemovalTelehealth PlatformsTreatment Room PrepVital SignsWound Care

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