Medical Assistant

One to One Health; Hammond (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

One to One Health is seeking a PRN Medical Assistant in Hammond, IN to support daily patient flow and clinical operations. Responsibilities include obtaining patient records, preparing rooms, assisting with minor procedures, and coordinating tests and referrals.

The role requires a high school diploma, completion of MA program, and strong communication skills. Training on EMR systems and patient engagement tools is provided; local travel is not mandatory. PRN schedule with day shifts.

Qualifications

• Timely, clear and professional communication with patients.
• Strong listening and empathy to address patient needs and coordinate care.
• Proficient with basic technology (MS products).
• Willingness to learn patient engagement software and EMR systems.
• Ability to multi-task independently with strong organization.
• Professionalism and teamwork in a healthcare setting.
• Proficient in reading/writing English.

Responsibilities

• Obtain patient records and test results; coordinate daily administrative tasks.
• Prepare treatment rooms and support providers during examinations.
• Instruct patients on sample collection and testing procedures.
• Give injections and administer prescribed medications as directed.
• Document patient information and maintain confidentiality in EMR.
• Assist with scheduling tests, referrals, and pre-authorizations.
• Assist with phlebotomy and minor procedures as directed.

Skills

Timely communication

Strong communication

Microsoft Office

EMR systems

Multitasking

Professionalism

Teamwork

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate of accredited medical assistant program

Active progress toward MA certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

EMR software

Job description

Medical Assistant

Horseshoe - Hammond - Hammond, IN 46320

Overview

Position Type: PRN

Job Shift: Day

Education Level: High School

Category: Health Care

Description

One to One Health is looking for a PRN Medical Assistant to join our team!

Position Summary: The Medical Assistant builds relationships with patients through responsive, clear, and effective communication. The day-to-day role involves obtaining patient records and test results, coordinating daily administrative tasks, obtaining patient records and test results, patient work up, preparing treatment rooms for examinations, and supporting practitioners.

• Verifies patient information by interviewing patients; recording medical history; confirming the purpose of the visit.
• Prepares patients for examination by performing preliminary physical tests; taking blood pressure, weight, and temperature; reporting patient history summary
• Secures patient information and maintains patient confidentiality by completing and safeguarding medical records; completing diagnostic coding and procedure coding; keeping patient information confidential.
• Deliver overall support for providers and clinic operations.
• Instructs patients on the collection of any necessary samples and tests
• Give injections, and administer prescribed medications as directed by the provider and according to nursing standards.
• Observe patients, chart and report changes in patient's conditions, such as adverse reactions to medication or treatment, and take any necessary action
• Ensure that patient chart entries are made accurately and in a timely matter and forward charts as appropriate in the electronic medical record.
• Assist with scheduling of tests and treatments.
• Arrange referrals to a specialist and obtain pre-authorizations when directed by the provider.
• Prepare exam and treatment rooms for patient intake.
• Assist with lab testing and phlebotomy.
• Assist providers in preparing for minor procedures and physicals.
• Maintains a safe, secure, and healthy work environment by establishing and following standards and procedures, complying with legal regulations, and fostering a sense of teamwork.
• Keeps supplies ready by inventorying stock, placing orders, and verifying receipts.
• Keeps equipment operating by following operating instructions; troubleshooting breakdowns; maintaining supplies; performing preventive maintenance; calling for repairs, and reporting to the Practice Coordinator.
• Serves and protects the practice by adhering to professional standards, policies/procedures, and federal, state, and local requirements.
• Exhibits professionalism and teamwork
• Possess the ability to quickly adapt to different situations while being efficient and well organized.
• Demonstrate knowledge and ability to recognize emergent situations and act promptly and appropriately based on the patient's need and within the scope of practice under the direction of the charge nurse and/or provider.

Qualifications

REQUIRED SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE

• Ability to provide patients with timely responses, clear and professional communication, and a steadfast willingness to find solutions to all problems.
• Strong communication skills, including active listening and empathy, to effectively address patient needs and concerns and coordinate care.
• Proficient in basic technology (Microsoft products, etc).
• Ability or willingness to learn patient engagement software / customer service systems that enable omnichannel (text, phone, video, email) communication with patients and teammates.
• Ability or willingness to learn basic Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems.
• Ability to multi-task and work independently with excellent organizational skills.
• Must possess a strong sense of professionalism
• Must thrive in a team dynamic
• Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing
• Ability to follow written or verbal step-by-step instructions
• Ability to concentrate, think, and learn
• Ability to hear, see, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, lift, push, and pull.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE ·

• High school diploma or equivalent required ·
• Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program or actively working towards completion
• Administrative experience, preferably in a medical office