Medical Assistant

Maine Family Planning is seeking a full time Medical Assistant for our Lewiston location.

Position Summary:

The Medical Assistant assists family planning providers in the delivery of administrative and clinical duties under the supervision of the Nurse Practitioner as required by the State of Maine. Candidate must be able to work in a team environment.  Excellent customer service skills and professional demeanor are required.  Follows Maine Family Planning policies and clinical protocols. The candidate will be expected to occasionally travel to our Augusta and Waterville locations.

General Expectations:

Be committed to organization’s mission, vision, and values.
Follows established policies and procedures and complies with all safety requirements.
Communicates in an open, respectful and honest manner.
Communicates proactively with the supervisor regarding workflow, problems, suggestions, etc.
Conforms to acceptable attendance/punctuality standards as expressed in Employee Handbook.
Be neat and maintain personal appearance and hygiene as appropriate for the position.
Adheres strictly to confidentiality at all times.

Experience and Skill Requirements:  The following experience and skills are considered essential:

1-2 years working in social/health services.
Ability to be organized, manage systems, computer skills.
Knowledge of OSHA, HIPAA and CLIA guidelines
Experience working with electronic medical records.
Commitment to family planning mission

The following education requirements are considered essential:

Certification from a Medical Assistant Training Program preferred.

Benefits include health, dental, vision, 403(b), life, short- and long-term disability insurance.  Vacation, sick and holiday.

Maine Family Planning is an E.O.E.

It is MFP’s policy to ensure equal employment opportunities without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, citizenship, genetic information, whistleblower status, military/veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.