Medicare Annual Wellness Visit Specialist (Medical Assistant) - Community Care & Geriatrics Job at Penobscot Community Health Center, Bangor, ME

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  • Penobscot Community Health Center
  • Bangor, ME

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Are you an EMR savvy Medical Assistant who is skilled in reviewing medical records to capture important patient data? Do you thrive in pre-visit planning, patient advocacy, and identifying gaps in care? Then apply to join our Community Care & Geriatrics (CCG) team as a Medicare Annual Wellness Visit Specialist (Medical Assistant)! In this technical role, you’ll collaborate to support patients through preventative healthcare care by way of the Annual Wellness Visit. You’ll serve the crucial role of liaison between CCG and Care Management to help standardize workflows and optimize patient advocacy efforts. We’re looking for an MA with at least 2 years of experience, who is an excellent communicator and collaborator, and who has an eye for the details. Sound like you? Apply today!

This position works in a Designated Healthcare Facility which is subject to the State of Maine’s immunization requirements for healthcare workers. If hired, you will be required to show a Certificate of Immunization, or Proof of Immunity, against: 1.) Rubeola (measles); Mumps; Rubella (German measles); Varicella; Hepatitis B; and Influenza.

Schedule: Full-Time, Schedule can be flexible at (4) 10-hr shifts with a day off during the week or (5) 8-hr shifts, depending on the preferences of the final candidate and the clinic's needs. Hours would fall within Monday-Friday.

All full-time, externally hired Medical Assistants will receive a $3500 sign on /retention bonus!

Collaborative culture, career growth opportunities, and much more! Find out more from our current PCHC MAs and Clinical Supervisors: -Ykf8

Highlights of the position:

  • Serves as liaison and advocates across Community Care & Geriatrics and Care Management to provide the best care and support to patients.
  • Responsible for conducting outreach, scheduling, and verification activities for preventative services and Medicare Annual Wellness visits.
  • Performs Medicare Wellness visits with identified patients in facilities or homes and collaborates with providers for documentation, review, and sign off of completion.
  • Is educated on chronic disease management and preventative care, providing related teaching to patients as needed.
  • Conducts patient chart reviews for pre-visit planning, medication refills, and other clinical requests. Supports clinical desktop work.
  • Performs all functions of the Medical Assistant role as outlined in PCHC’s Medical Assistant Job Description and Clinical Competency Checklist.
  • Interfaces with providers, clinical staff, patients, and families for coordination of services, promoting a collaborative environment. Develops and fosters positive relationships.
  • Champions and supports Community Care & Geriatrics, Care Management, Quality departments with new and ongoing initiatives specific to Medicare wellness visits and population specific reports.


Join PCHC's nationally recognized non-profit organization:

  • Federally Qualified Health Center offering integrated Medical Home Model
  • Collegial professional atmosphere with informed leadership
  • Flexible schedules supportive of work/life balance
  • Competitive compensation and generous benefits
  • PCHC cares for the WHOLE person, offering a broad range of services, including Psychiatry & Mental Health, Dental, Family Medicine, Pediatrics, Pharmacy, Geriatrics, Lab & X-Ray, Physical Therapy and Podiatry all within one organization.

Education and Experience:

  • Graduate of an accredited program for Medical Assistants required.
  • Medical Assistant certification required from AAMA, AMT, or NHA.
    • CMA- Certification by the AAMA required at time of hire or within 60 days of date of hire. Certifications must be maintained at all times.
    • RMA- Certification by the AMT required. Certifications must be maintained at all times.
    • CCMA- Certification by the NHA required. Certifications must be maintained at all times.
  • Minimum of two years’ experience as a Medical Assistant in a primary healthcare or related setting required.
  • Will have up-to-date training and certification in Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Health & Safety Institute. Must obtain within 2 weeks if not current at hire.
  • Having a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record and/or an appropriate length of driving experience for insurance purposes is required. Any concerns raised by the results of a driving record check will be subject to an individualized review to determine whether the infraction is relevant to the individual’s ability to perform the responsibilities of the position in accordance with PCHC’s Automobile Safety and Background Check Policy.


Curious, or interested to learn more? Apply today! You can request a full copy of the detailed job description by emailing recruitment@pchc.com.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Tags

Full time, Relocation bonus, Flexible hours, Shift work, Monday to Friday,

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