St Mary's Health System Auburn , ME 04210
Posted 2 days ago
2-year Associates degree in credentialed Medical Assistant program preferred Must be certified by a nationally recognized organization, which included competency (AAMA or NHA) or a graduate from 2-year accredited program AND obtain certification within one year of hire Experience: 1 year of previous MA experience is preferred, but new Medical Assistants will be considered Medical terminology required Other Skills Required; Working knowledge of office practice and procedures Excellent#guest#relations and interpersonal skills required Good command of the English language Effective use of telephone skills # Covenant Health Mission Statement We are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities.
#Compassion We show respect, caring and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and suffering. # #Integrity We promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources. # #Collaboration We work in partnership, dialogue and shared purpose to create healthy communities. # #Excellence We deliver all services with the highest level of quality, while seeking creative innovation. # Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information (including family medical history).
JOB SUMMARY:
The Medical Assistant functions as a critical member of the medical office team, working towards the goals of the practice and meeting patient needs. They are responsible for coordinating patient flow, obtaining temperature, pulse blood pressure, and weight, and administering care to patients as directed by physicians. The MA will develop and maintain interpersonal relationships with patients and families, keeping patient information confidential and respecting patient's right to privacy
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education:
2-year Associates degree in credentialed Medical Assistant program preferred
Must be certified by a nationally recognized organization, which included competency (AAMA or NHA) or a graduate from 2-year accredited program AND obtain certification within one year of hire
Experience:
1 year of previous MA experience is preferred, but new Medical Assistants will be considered
Medical terminology required
Other Skills Required;
Working knowledge of office practice and procedures
Excellent guest relations and interpersonal skills required
Good command of the English language
Effective use of telephone skills
Covenant Health Mission Statement
We are a Catholic health ministry, providing healing and care for the whole person, in service to all in our communities.
Our Core Values:
We show respect, caring and sensitivity towards all, honoring the dignity of each person, especially the poor, vulnerable and suffering.
We promote justice and ethical behavior, and responsibly steward our human, financial and environmental resources.
We work in partnership, dialogue and shared purpose to create healthy communities.
We deliver all services with the highest level of quality, while seeking creative innovation.
Applicants, employees and former employees are protected from employment discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability, and genetic information (including family medical history).
St Mary's Health System