Certified Medical Assistant

Trinity Health PACE; Mishawaka (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health PACE in Mishawaka, IN, seeks a dedicated Medical Assistant for the St Joseph PACE program. The role supports providers during exams, conducts triage, assists with ADLs, and helps with medications, testing, and documentation in a participant-centered care setting.

The position emphasizes compassionate geriatric care, collaboration with an interdisciplinary team, and adherence to infection control and regulatory standards. Prior elder care experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Medical Assistant certification required (preferred where not mandated).
• Minimum one year of experience with elderly or frail populations preferred.
• Experience in long-term care, geriatrics, or community-based healthcare is a plus.
• Strong communication, organizational, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently while thriving in a collaborative team environment.

Responsibilities

• Support providers during participant exams and treatments.
• Perform triage, vital signs, weights, and nursing assessments.
• Administer and document medications, immunizations, EKGs, lab specimen collection, and CLIA-waived testing as directed.
• Assist participants with activities of daily living (ADLs) as needed.
• Monitor participant health and report changes to the care team.
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation.
• Support front office operations, including participant check-in, phone calls, and scheduling assistance.
• Maintain exam rooms, equipment, and supply inventories.
• Follow infection control, safety, quality assurance, and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team while demonstrating compassion, professionalism, and respect.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Customer service

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Graduate of MA program

Medical Assistant certification

Job description

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Description:

Medical Assistant - PACE Program

Full Time

St Joseph PACE

Make a Difference in the Lives of Older Adults

Join our PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) team as a Medical Assistant and help provide compassionate, participant-centered care that promotes independence, dignity, and quality of life for frail and elderly adults.

Key Responsibilities

• Support providers during participant exams and treatments.
• Perform triage, vital signs, weights, and nursing assessments.
• Administer and document medications, immunizations, EKGs, laboratory specimen collection, and CLIA-waived testing as directed.
• Assist participants with activities of daily living (ADLs) as needed.
• Monitor participant health and report changes to the care team.
• Maintain accurate medical records and documentation.
• Support front office operations, including participant check-in, phone calls, and scheduling assistance.
• Maintain exam rooms, equipment, and supply inventories.
• Follow infection control, safety, quality assurance, and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team while demonstrating compassion, professionalism, and respect.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Medical Assistant certification required (preferred in states where not mandated).
• Minimum one year of experience working with elderly or frail populations preferred.
• Experience in long-term care, geriatrics, or community-based healthcare is a plus.
• Strong communication, organizational, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently while thriving in a collaborative team environment.

Why Join Us?

We are committed to delivering exceptional care through our mission-driven values of compassion, excellence, and service. If you are passionate about supporting older adults and making a meaningful impact every day, we'd love to hear from you.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.