Certified Medical Assistant — Weekdays, Growth & Benefits

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to provide patient care under supervision, assist with procedures, manage exam rooms, and handle patient intake while supporting efficient clinic operations and excellent service.

The role emphasizes clinical and administrative duties with a focus on accuracy, teamwork, and patient communication. Typical hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical office procedures and patient care techniques.
• Proficiency in medical record systems and basic computer applications, such as Microsoft Office and Google Suite.
• Understanding of medical terminology and infection control practices.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to provide excellent patient service.
• Demonstrated time management and organizational abilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Critical thinking skills for analyzing and resolving clinical and administrative challenges.
• Ability to perform care according to age-specific competencies.

Responsibilities

• Assists providers with clinical procedures such as taking vital signs, wound care, suture removal, administering injections, phlebotomy, vaccines, performing urine tests, EKGs, and applying splints or other specialty-specific tasks.
• Prepares and cleans exam rooms for patient visits and clinical procedures.
• Performs patient intake duties, including reporting test results, phone triage, and documenting medical information as directed by licensed personnel or providers.
• 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.
• Maintains an organized workload while providing prompt, courteous, and efficient service to providers, patients, and visitors.
• Monitors and requisitions clinic supplies and equipment to ensure appropriate inventory levels and functionality.
• Educates patients on medications, diets, and other health-related topics, addressing questions to ensure understanding.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Age-specific care

Medical record knowledge

Education

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - AAMA

National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) - NCTT

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to provide patient care under supervision, assist with procedures, manage exam rooms, and handle patient intake while supporting efficient clinic operations and excellent service.

The role emphasizes clinical and administrative duties with a focus on accuracy, teamwork, and patient communication. Typical hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life coverage.