Medical Assistant (MA) Earn to Learn Program
MaineGeneral Health System
Summary
Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? Ready to advance your career and become a valued member of a medical team in an outpatient setting? Your opportunity is here!
Job description
Job Summary
Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? Ready to advance your career and become a valued member of a medical team in an outpatient setting? Your opportunity is here!
Program Highlights
- Structured Weekly Schedule: This is a paid, benefit-eligible training position at 32 hours per week.
- In-Depth Training: The program includes approximately 168 hours of classroom instruction and 240+ hours of hands-on clinical experience to prepare you for a Medical Assistant role.
- Paid Learning: Participants are compensated for all scheduled training hours during the program.
- Certification Opportunity: Upon successful completion, students are eligible to take the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) exam administered by the National HealthCare Association (NHA).
- Full Tuition Covered: MaineGeneral fully covers the cost of the training program.
- Direct Career Path: As part of the program, participants will apply to open Medical Assistant positions during their training period. While a position is not guaranteed, our goal is to support successful graduates in securing a benefit-eligible MA role at the end of the program.
Key Expectations for Candidates
- Resume Required: A current resume must be submitted with your application to be considered.
- Pre-Interview Screening: All applicants will go through a screening process before moving forward to manager interviews.
- Education: A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Attendance: Commitment to attend all classes and complete the program is essential.
- Work Commitment: Participants must commit to working as a Medical Assistant at MaineGeneral for a minimum of 24 months after program completion.
- CASAS Exam: Applicants must pass the CASAS exam with at least a 10th-grade reading level and an 8th-grade math level prior to the start date.
- Flexibility: Must be able to work at any MaineGeneral location in the Gardiner/Augusta/Waterville area.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Pass the CASAS exam with at least a 10th-grade reading level and 8th-grade math level prior to start date
- Commitment to attend all classes and complete the program
- Commit to working as a Medical Assistant at MaineGeneral for a minimum of 24 months after program completion
- Must be able to work at any MaineGeneral location in the Gardiner/Augusta/Waterville area
- Current resume must be submitted with application
Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Wellness Programs
- Parental Leave
- Earned Time Plan
- Employee Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- 403(b) Matching
- 401(a) Retirement Plan
- Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Payactiv Pay Access
Company overview
MaineGeneral Health System is Maine's third largest healthcare system, serving the greater Kennebec Valley region with comprehensive medical services. Founded in 1997 and headquartered in Augusta, Maine, the organization employs approximately 5,000 healthcare professionals across Central Maine. As a leading community healthcare provider, MaineGeneral operates multiple medical facilities including the Alfond Center for Health in Augusta and the Thayer Center for Health in Waterville. The system offers a wide range of specialized services including orthopedics, cancer care, women's health, primary care, surgical services, emergency medicine, and rehabilitation. With an annual revenue of approximately $675 million, MaineGeneral is committed to clinical excellence, patient satisfaction, and community health improvement. The organization's mission focuses on enhancing the health of local residents through accessible, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational efficiency. MaineGeneral Health plays a vital role in Maine's healthcare landscape, providing essential medical services to a diverse patient population across multiple counties.