Certified Medical Assistant

Community Health Systems; Bluffton (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health care provider is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support patient care through clinical and administrative tasks. This entry-level role involves assisting with medical procedures, managing patient intake, and ensuring efficient clinic operations. The ideal candidate will have completed a Medical Assistant program and possess strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Join a dedicated team committed to providing exceptional service to patients and staff.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience in a medical practice setting or completion of externship program required.

Responsibilities

• Assists providers with non-invasive medical procedures and patient intake.
• Supports administrative duties, including scheduling appointments and managing communications.
• Ensures adequate inventory of supplies and equipment.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Time Management

Critical Thinking

Education

Completion of Medical Assistant program

Tools

Microsoft Office

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Job Summary

The Medical Assistant supports patient care by performing clinical and administrative tasks under the supervision of a medical provider. This role assists with medical procedures, maintains exam rooms, facilitates patient intake, and ensures efficient clinic operations while providing excellent service to patients and staff.

Essential Functions

• Assists providers with non-invasive medical procedures, such as taking vital signs and preparing patients for exams.
• Prepares and cleans exam rooms before patient visits and clinical procedures.
• Conducts patient intake, including documenting medical information and reporting test results as directed by providers or licensed personnel.
• Reviews and maintains daily logs and documentation.
• Supports administrative duties, including pre-registering patients, scheduling appointments, coordinating referrals, verifying insurance eligibility, and managing clinic communications.
• Organizes and prioritizes tasks to provide efficient service to providers, patients, and visitors.
• Ensures adequate inventory of supplies and equipment, coordinating requisitions and repairs as needed.
• Provides general health information and resources to patients under provider guidance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Conforms to all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Completion of Medical Assistant program from an accredited school required.
• 0-1 years of experience in a medical practice setting or completion of externship program required.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of medical office procedures and patient care techniques.
• Basic proficiency in computer applications such as Microsoft Office and medical record systems.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to provide exceptional service to patients and staff.
• Understanding of medical terminology and infection control practices.
• Effective time management, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Critical thinking abilities to analyze situations and develop appropriate solutions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Licenses and Certifications

• BCLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) required.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care