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
Trellis Health works as an integrated team across primary care, physical therapy, behavioral health, pharmacy, population health, and operations. If you thrive in environments where the path isn’t fully drawn, where possibility outweighs predictability, and where compassion drives every decision, you’ll fit here. Trellis offers great benefits, growth opportunities and the creativity and pace of a startup.
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Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, familial status, age, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.