• Medical Assistant/Unit Secretary

    Covenant Health (Lewiston, ME)


    The starting rate for this position is: $20.00

     

    The rate of pay displayed reflects the beginning of the pay scale. At the time of an offer, the determination of your offer will reflect your skills and experience as it relates to the position.

    Job Summary:

    The Unit Secretary is an essential member of the Patient Care Team providing clinical care to patients within the scope of practice defined for medical assistants and as directed by the provider, as well as clerical support.

     

    Job Requirements: (education and experience/preferred and required)

     

    + Certification by a nationally recognized organization which includes a competency exam. Those organizations include the American Association of Medical Assistants, the National Center for Competency Testing, and the National Health Career Association.

    + Graduation from an accredited 2-year Medical Assistant program is preferred.

    + Basic Life Support certification is required.

    + Strong computer skills. Strong verbal and written communication skills.

    + Ability to handle multiple priorities and make decisions under pressure.

    + Responsible, supportive team player.

    + Must have excellent patient relations and interpersonal skills.

    + Must read, write, speak, and comprehend the English language.

    + Effective use of telephone skills.

    + Medical Terminology required.

     

    Covenant Health Mission Statement

     

    We are a Catholic health ministry that provides healing and care for the whole person in service to all in our communities.

    Our Core Values:

    •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,e 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).