Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant (multiple openings)

Trellis Health

Brunswick, Maine

Trellis Health is seeking Medical Assistants to work in our Brunswick, 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 the 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 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 Brunswick, Maine Monday-Friday 8:30-5

Benefits of the Job

• Medical, Dental and Vision options
• Competitive pay in the range $20-30+/ hour based on experience and level
• Up to 5% bonus based on company performance
• HSA options
• 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