Compassionate Medical Assistant — Patient Care & Admin

Healthlinc; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

HealthLinc in Valparaiso, IN seeks a Medical Assistant to prepare patients for examination, take vitals, and support clinicians in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Responsibilities include administering immunizations, updating patient charts, handling labs and basic procedures, and coordinating communications with patients and staff. CPR certification is required; MA program certification or registration is encouraged within six months. This role involves team support and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program; 2-year MA degree preferred.
• Current CPR certification; MA Certification/Registration within six months.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for examination and takes vitals (BP, weight, height, temp).
• Administers immunizations under direction of a medical provider.
• Updates and maintains patient charts and records.
• Assists with labs, specimens, and simple medical procedures.
• Answers calls and manages test results; supports clinical staff as needed.
• Maintains supply inventory and performs room cleaning and sterilization.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Teamwork

Communication skills

Stress management

Policy compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate of accredited MA program

2-year MA associate degree (preferred)

Tools

MS Office

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Multi-line phone system

Job description

HealthLinc in Valparaiso, IN seeks a Medical Assistant to prepare patients for examination, take vitals, and support clinicians in a fast-paced clinical setting.

Responsibilities include administering immunizations, updating patient charts, handling labs and basic procedures, and coordinating communications with patients and staff. CPR certification is required; MA program certification or registration is encouraged within six months. This role involves team support and patient-centered care.