Medical Assistant - Orthopedics & Sports Medicine

Medical Assistant -

Orthopedics & Sports Medicine Location:

Belfast, ME Facility:

Waldo Hospital Schedule:

Full Time Shift:

Day Job Category:

Nursing/Clinical Support Req #: 76897

Date Posted:

Apr 23, 2026

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Share with Email Share on Twitter share to twitter Share on Facebook share to facebook Share on LinkedIn share to linkedin Apply Now Internal Apply Save Job Saved Description Waldo Hospital Nursing/Clinical Support Req #: 76897 For a limited time MaineHealth is offering sign on bonuses for

Medical Assistants:

0-1 years of experience eligible for $4,000 (full time) 1+ years of experience eligible for $5,000 (full time) Eligible candidates are hired (offer accepted) into a Full or Part time MA position. Bonus amount prorated for Part time hires, per diem hires are ineligible. Current MaineHealth member employees are ineligible; former MaineHealth Members are ineligible until greater than 6 months separation from employment. This is a full-time, 40 hour per week position. What we do here changes the world. Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America. That's where you come in. Join our collaborative Orthopedics team in Belfast, Maine, where you'll play an essential role in supporting patients through every step of their care journey. As a Medical Assistant, you will work alongside providers and clinical staff to deliver high-quality, compassionate care in a fast-paced specialty setting. Responsibilities include assisting with patient intake, preparing exam rooms, supporting procedures, coordinating care, and ensuring a positive patient experience. This is a great opportunity for someone who is organized, team-oriented, and passionate about helping patients regain mobility and improve their quality of life. Our team values professionalism, communication, and a supportive work environment where you can grow your skills and make a meaningful impact every day. Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

Education:

High School diploma or GED preferred. 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 (equivalent experience will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis).

License/Certifications:

Current AAMA, NHA, AMT, NCCT, or NREMT certification preferred or achieved within one year of eligibility. (Prior to 5/01/25 MA IIs with 10 years MA experience and employed by MaineHealth as a MA in the most recent 5 years are exempt from certification requirement) Current BLS certification required or must obtain within 30 days of start date. Fully remote care team members are exempt from BLS certification requirement. A NH Med Tech License, or NH EMT and National Registry EMT license is required for those positions located in New Hampshire.

Experience:

One year of experience as a Medical Assistant (without certification) or as a MaineHealth Clinical Team Assistant; or 6 months of experience as a certified Medical Assistant.

Additional Skills/Requirements Required:

N/A Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred:

N/A Hiring Scam Alert MaineHealth will never request financial information during the interview or pre-hiring process. All legitimate communications will come from an email address ending in @mainehealth.org. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it immediately to mhcareers@mainehealth.org. Additional Information With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you'll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them - both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it. We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow - programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family. MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you're looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today. If you have questions about this role, please contact sarah.polk@mainehealth.org

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