AFC Urgent Care·South Portland, Maine
The Medical Assistant is responsible for patient triaging, obtaining vitals, and performing various point-of-care tests and phlebotomy. They also assist providers with procedures, administer medications, and support patient registration and training of new staff.
Short Term Disability Life Insurance 401(k) matching Competitive salary Dental insurance Health insurance Signing bonus Paid time off Voted “Best Places to Work in Maine,” AFC Urgent Care located just over the Casco Bay Bridge in South Portland is hiring Medical Assistants interested in expanding their clinical skills working directly with our providers and other clinical team members. AFC Urgent Care has a wonderful reputation for providing best in class care; and is one of the most highly reviewed urgent cares in the state with a 5-star Google rating and over 1,300 reviews. Learn more about joining our team who shares one common goal - to deliver the best possible patient experiences and care. Full time and part time positions available.
of the Medical Assistant: High school diploma or GED Certified or Registered as a Medical Assistant Basic Life Support certification 3+ Years of MA/EMT experience Experience in patient triaging Dependable, ability to work all assigned shifts Flexibility in scheduling a must Full time: Able to work up to three 12 hour shifts a week and up to four shifts a month on a Saturday or Sunday Part time: Able to work up to two 12 hour shifts a week and up to two shifts a month on a Saturday or Sunday Considerate making each patient feel welcomed and special Friendly, professional and a positive attitude Proficient in both verbal and written communication, possessing a clear, professional and positive demeanor Team player Ability to multitask Tech savvy Benefits of the Job: Hourly Pay $24-$29 $2/hour stipend for weekend shifts worked Time and a half for New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July and Labor Day Closed Thanksgiving and Christmas Full time (36 or more hours/week): Paid time Off Health, Dental Short Term Disability/Life Insurance 401K with employer match Part Time (Less than 36 hours/week): Paid time off Short Term Disability/Life Insurance 401K with company match Responsibilities of the Medical Assistant: Patient triaging to include obtaining vitals and medical histories Perform point of care testing including strep, flu, COVID, mono, urinalysis, glucose, urine pregnancy Assist providers with procedures as needed Perform phlebotomy, EKGs Administer medications per provider orders Perform patient call backs Complete laboratory quality controls Perform employer services (drug and alcohol testing, spirometry and more) Assist with patient registration and fielding calls Support the training of new team members AFC Urgent Care South Portland is part of the largest network of urgent cares in the nation with 400+ clinics caring for millions of patients a year. Each AFC clinic is locally owned and operated and provides the highest quality care for all non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries. Open 7 days a week, no appointment necessary with a lab and x-ray on-site. AFC’s stated mission is to provide the best healthcare possible, in a kind and caring environment, while respecting the rights of all patients, in an economical manner, at times and locations convenient to the patient. AFC Urgent Care is an 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.
Market context
Support-services roles in Maine are often in steady demand because healthcare and care-adjacent settings rely on dependable staff for daily operations and patient support. Competition can be strong for candidates with active Maine CNA certification, current immunization records, and flexibility around schedules; benefits like health, dental, vision, tuition assistance, and referral bonuses can make openings more attractive. Before applying, confirm your certification and immunization documentation, and review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time versus reading the full original posting.
