Medical Assistant

Raphael Health Center Inc; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A health center in Indianapolis is seeking a highly motivated Medical Assistant to provide exceptional patient care and support. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma, medical assistant certification, and 5 years of experience in a healthcare setting. Responsibilities include managing patient care duties, ensuring compliance with protocols, and maintaining confidentiality. This position requires exceptional customer service skills and may prefer bilingual candidates. Competitive benefits may be offered.

Qualifications

• 5 years professional experience as a Medical Assistant in a health care setting preferred.
• Current TB certification or achieves within 1 year.
• Achieves CCMA national certification through NHA within a year.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties associated with direct patient care.
• Prepare and label specimens and fill out forms accurately.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.

Skills

Exceptional customer service skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Ability to function independently

Bilingual in Spanish

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program

Current medical assistant certification

Current CPR certification

Job description

Description

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Medical Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing exceptional patient care and support to our medical staff.

Scope of Tasks & Responsibilities:

• Perform duties associated with direct patient care
• Provide efficient, quality care in accordance with protocols and health regulations in a manner consistent with the Raphael Health Center mission
• Develop effective working relationships with patient, families and health professionals
• Observe, document and communicate patient conditions with medical staff for initial patient assessment
• Addresses and documents all voicemails according to protocol, returning patient calls within 48 hours
• Completes desktop tasks daily, addressing patient/provider needs within 48-72 hours
• Manages all prescription refill requests following established protocol within 48 hours
• Completes preparation for all specialized visits such (well child visits) following proper protocol
• Completes all prior authorization requests according to RCH protocol
• Collect medical information from patients in person or by telephone
• May perform patient intake operations
• Safely perform phlebotomy, injections and other clinical procedures, administering treatment according to established protocol
• Completes quality tasks in the lab when scheduled for both daily opening and closing and documents task completion directing questions or concerns to the lab champion
• Follows protocol for supply acquisition and stocking of rooms and clinical stations, directing all questions and concerns to the supply champion
• Attends and completes the required annual trainings set forth by RHC
• Prepare and label specimens and fill out forms accurately
• Assist in answering phones; take messages or direct calls to appropriate person
• Attend required training (OSHA, CPR, etc.)
• Maintain patient confidentiality
• Assist with patient education
• Assist with front office procedures
• May schedule appointments and referrals

Requirements

Required Education, Certification, Experience and Skill:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program with certificate
• Current medical assistant certification through an accredited organization.
• Current CPR certification
• Current TB certification or achieves within 1 year
• Achieves CCMA national certification through NHA or other nationally recognized organization within a year of hire if not already certified
• 5 years professional experience as a Medical Assistant in a health care setting preferred
• Knowledge of medical terminology and the function of medical equipment and supplies
• Knowledge and understanding of legal implications of patient care activities
• Able to function independently and handle a variety of responsibilities
• Exceptional customer service skills
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred