Medical Assistant (multiple openings) 

Trellis Health 

Portland, Maine 

Trellis Health is seeking Medical Assistants to work in our Portland, Maine practice and play a crucial role in shaping clinical practices and patient experiences from the ground up. This position requires flexibility, a high level of autonomy, and a proactive approach to both problem-solving and patient care. 

• High school diploma or GED and 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 
• 1+ years of experience as a Medical Assistant required   
• Current AAMA, NHA, AMT, or NCCT certification preferred 
• Basic Life Support certification:  Within first 90 days after hiring 
• NSHC Health Coaching Certificate within 6 months of hiring  
• Must possess strong digital literacy skills, demonstrate proficiency with telehealth platforms, and maintain a high standard of patient care and communication in a virtual setting 
• Ability to effectively collaborate and partner with clinical and administrative team 
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, while embodying Trellis’ values of empathy, compassion, competence, and exceptional quality 
• Ability to work onsite in Portland, Maine Monday-Friday 8:30-5 

• Medical, Dental and Vision options 
• Competitive pay in the range $20-30+ based on experience and level. 
• HSA option 
• Retirement plan options 
• Generous PTO and paid holidays 
• Employer facilitated NSHC Health Coach Certificate 
• Rewarding opportunity with an employer who is building a new model of primary care while delivering it in real time, grounded in relationships, access, and collaboration 

• Greets and rooms patients; measures and monitors vital signs 
• Observes, documents, and reports patient's condition, medical history, etc. to provider 
• Administers medication, immunizations, injections, and removes sutures and changes dressings per protocol or as directed by provider 
• Performs specimen collection and transport as directed by the provider 
• Prepares prescription renewals within the EMR and may approve prescription refills 
• Enters labs, x-rays, and other diagnostics per protocol or as directed by the provider 
• Assists with patient education, under the direction and guidance of the provider 
• Prepares, cleans, and disinfects exam and treatment rooms, equipment 
• Provides health coaching to a defined group of patients to support healthy lifestyle choices. Follows up with coached patients via weekly calls 
• Assists other personnel with patient appointment scheduling 
• Actively participates in care team huddles, collaborating with the care team to ensure efficient coordination of daily clinic schedules   

Trellis Health works as an integrated team across primary care, physical therapy, behavioral health, pharmacy, population health, and operations. If you thrive in environments where the path isn’t fully drawn, where possibility outweighs predictability, and where compassion drives every decision, you’ll fit here. Trellis offers great benefits, growth opportunities and the creativity and pace of a startup.  

KMA Human Resources Consulting has been engaged to manage this search. NO PHONE CALLS OR RECRUITERS PLEASE 

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.