Compassionate Medical Assistant — Flexible Hours

Beacon Health System; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Health System in South Bend, IN, seeks a Medical Assistant to support physicians and nursing staff. You will perform patient care tasks, manage records, and handle routine clerical duties in a busy office setting.

The role emphasizes patient interaction, accurate data entry, and adherence to policy. Responsibilities include assisting with examinations, preparing patients, performing EKGs and lab tests, and coordinating scheduling with hospital services.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; 17+ years old.
• Successful completion of a Medical Assistant program or equivalent with certification preferred.
• Previous medical office experience and Spanish language ability desired.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist patients and visitors in a professional manner.
• Answer phones, relay messages, and obtain patient information for records.
• Assist physician and nurse with exams and minor procedures.
• Perform routine lab tests and EKGs as ordered; collect specimens.
• Administer and record medications and injections per provider instructions.
• Schedule office or hospital procedures and coordinate admissions with nursing staff.

Skills

Vena puncture

Spanish language

Interpersonal communication

Billing procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant program or certification

Tools

EMR software

Outlook/ProPM calendar

Job description

Beacon Health System in South Bend, IN, seeks a Medical Assistant to support physicians and nursing staff. You will perform patient care tasks, manage records, and handle routine clerical duties in a busy office setting.

The role emphasizes patient interaction, accurate data entry, and adherence to policy. Responsibilities include assisting with examinations, preparing patients, performing EKGs and lab tests, and coordinating scheduling with hospital services.