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Medical Administrative Assistant Training in Maine

Master the business side of healthcare with free, self-paced MAA training. Maine has 900+ job openings with $43K average salary—near national average national average.

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$43K
Avg Salary
9%
Job Growth
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What Medical Administrative Assistants Do

MAAs are the organizational backbone of healthcare facilities in Portland, Lewiston, Bangor, South Portland, Auburn, Biddeford, Sanford and throughout Maine, managing the essential administrative functions that keep medical offices running smoothly.

Scheduling & Coordination

Manage patient appointments, coordinate with healthcare providers, and ensure efficient patient flow throughout Maine medical facilities.

Insurance & Billing

Verify insurance coverage, process claims, and handle billing inquiries for patients at healthcare facilities across Maine.

Medical Records

Maintain electronic health records (EHR), ensure HIPAA compliance, and manage confidential patient information securely.

Who This Training Is For

Our free MAA training program is designed for anyone ready to start a healthcare career in Maine—no prior experience required.

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Recent Graduates

Start your career in healthcare without additional student debt. Perfect entry point for high school and college graduates in Maine.

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Career Changers

Your customer service, administrative, or organizational skills transfer directly to healthcare. Many MAAs in Maine started in other fields.

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Parents Returning to Work

Flexible, self-paced training fits around family schedules. Many Maine healthcare facilities offer family-friendly hours and benefits.

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Veterans

Military administrative and medical experience provides a strong foundation. Many Maine healthcare employers actively recruit veterans.

Why Maine for MAA Careers

Maine has two major health systems—MaineHealth and Maine Medical Center—that together employ over 22000+ people. serving New England communities with rural healthcare needs

36
Hospitals Statewide

Many MAAs in Maine's major cities started in other fields Maine

$43K
Average MAA Salary

Maine MAA salaries are 4% below national average. Portland metro pays premium wages while rural areas offer Maine's renowned quality of life.

9%
Annual Job Growth

Maine is home to major healthcare systems and growing medical facilities, creating diverse career opportunities.

What You'll Learn

Our comprehensive curriculum prepares you for MAA positions at healthcare facilities throughout Maine, from Portland, Lewiston, Bangor, South Portland, Auburn, Biddeford, Sanford.

Administrative Skills

  • Patient scheduling and appointment management
  • Insurance verification and prior authorization
  • Medical billing and coding fundamentals
  • Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems
  • Professional communication and patient relations

Technical & Compliance

  • Medical terminology and anatomy basics
  • HIPAA privacy and security regulations
  • Healthcare office software and technology
  • Maine-specific healthcare regulations
  • Quality assurance and documentation standards

AMCA Certification Aligned

This training program aligns with and prepares you for the AMCA Medical Administrative Assistant Certification (MAAC). The American Medical Certification Association (AMCA) is a nationally recognized certifying body for healthcare professionals. Upon completing this training, you'll be prepared to sit for the MAAC exam and earn your national certification.

Your Career Path in Maine

Maine's two major health systems offer exceptional advancement paths, with mobility across dozens of facilities. serving New England communities with rural healthcare needs

ENTRY LEVEL

Medical Administrative Assistant

$43K
$43K - $58K
MID-LEVEL (2-4 YEARS)

Medical Office Manager

$60K
$54K - $72K
ADVANCED (5+ YEARS)

Healthcare Administrator

$85K
$74K - $105K

Where MAAs Work in Maine

Medical Administrative Assistants are employed across diverse healthcare settings throughout Portland metro, Lewiston-Auburn, Bangor.

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Hospitals

Maine's 36 hospitals hire continuously. MaineHealth (11 hospitals) and Maine (5 hospitals) dominate hiring.

Maine Medical Center, Northern Light Eastern Maine, Mercy Hospital Portland

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Private Practices

Physician practices serving Portland metro and rural Maine communities.

MaineHealth Medical Group, Maine Physician Network

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Clinics

Community health centers serving diverse populations across Maine's 16 counties.

Greater Portland Health, Penobscot Community Health Care

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Urgent Care

Urgent care centers across Maine metros serving densely populated communities.

ConvenientMD, AFC Urgent Care, MaineHealth Urgent Care

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Home Health

Home health agencies serving Maine's aging population across 16 counties.

MaineHealth Home Health, Maine Home Care

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Insurance

Health insurers with Maine operations including major regional carriers.

Blue Cross ME, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare

Top Maine Healthcare Employers

These leading healthcare organizations in Maine regularly hire Medical Administrative Assistants.

MaineHealth

Nonprofit Health System

New England's largest health system by geography with 9 hospital campuses, over 1,600 providers, and 75 community practice locations across Maine and New Hampshire..

📍 110 Free St, Portland, ME 04101
👥 23,000+ employees

Maine Medical Center

Nonprofit Health System

Maine's largest hospital and only academic medical center. Part of MaineHealth and primary teaching affiliate of Tufts University School of Medicine..

📍 22 Bramhall St, Portland, ME 04102
👥 8,000+ employees

Northern Light Health

Nonprofit Health System

Maine's second-largest health system with 10 hospitals serving northern, eastern, and central Maine communities..

📍 43 Whiting Hill Rd, Brewer, ME 04412
👥 12,000+ employees

Central Maine Healthcare

Nonprofit Health System

Serving Lewiston-Auburn and central Maine with Central Maine Medical Center and community health centers..

📍 300 Main St, Lewiston, ME 04240
👥 4,000+ employees

Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center

Academic Health System

Bangor's largest hospital and northern Maine's referral center for specialty care. Part of Northern Light Health..

📍 489 State St, Bangor, ME 04401
👥 9,000+ employees

Central Maine Healthcare

Public Hospital

Part of MaineHealth, serving York County and southern Maine seacoast communities with comprehensive healthcare services..

📍 15 Hospital Dr, York, ME 03909
👥 5,000+ employees

InterMed

Regional Health System

Southern Maine's largest independent, physician-owned multi-specialty practice with locations throughout Greater Portland..

📍 84 Marginal Way, Portland, ME 04101
👥 6,000+ employees

St. Mary's Health System

Regional Hospital

Central Maine's leading healthcare provider serving Lewiston-Auburn and Androscoggin County communities.

📍 123 Medical Center Dr, Brunswick, ME 04011
👥 3,000+ employees

Success Stories from Maine

Real people who transformed their careers with EHired's free MAA training.

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Sarah K.
Portland, ME
Previously: Retail Associate
Now: MAA at MaineHealth

Tourism is seasonal in Maine. Healthcare gave me year-round employment at Maine's top hospital with amazing benefits!

Retail to top ME health system
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Jose L.
Lewiston, ME
Previously: Warehouse Worker
Now: Patient Access Rep

Maine is a great place to work. The training prepared me perfectly!

Warehouse to major hospital
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Samantha K.
Bangor, ME
Previously: Restaurant Server
Now: Medical Records Specialist

Maine has great healthcare employers. Career mobility across facilities is incredible!

Food service to healthcare career
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Tony M.
Portland, ME
Previously: Call Center Rep
Now: Health Unit Coordinator

Great career in Maine healthcare. Love the benefits and growth opportunities!

Call center to ME healthcare

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about MAA training and careers in Maine.

Yes! Our MAA training program is completely free to enroll and participate. You only pay $850 if you choose to pursue optional certification after completing the training.

Medical Administrative Assistants in Maine earn an average of $43,000 per year—near national average national average. Portland metro pays highest.

Maine has two massive health systems (MaineHealth and Maine) employing 22000+, major healthcare employersserving New England communities with rural healthcare needs and strong salaries.

Yes! Many Maine healthcare employers offer remote positions for medical billing, insurance verification, and scheduling roles, especially at larger systems.

Northern ME has Maine and Northern. Central ME has MaineHealth. Southern ME has Central, Northern, and InterMed. All regions have strong opportunities.

You'll learn medical terminology, EHR systems including Epic, appointment scheduling, insurance verification, medical billing basics, and HIPAA compliance.

Our self-paced program typically takes 8-12 weeks to complete. Maine's major health systems actively recruit certified administrative professionals.

Important: Salary and job data are estimates based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, ME Dept. of Labor. Actual compensation varies by employer, experience, and location within Maine. EHired provides training resources but does not guarantee employment outcomes.

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