Medical Assistant

Healthlinc; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

HealthLinc in Indiana is seeking a Medical Assistant to prepare patients for examinations, administer immunizations, and support clinical and administrative duties. You will work under the Medical Assistant Supervisor and collaborate with MA staff to ensure efficient patient flow.

The role requires attention to accuracy in vitals, specimen handling, and chart updates, with CPR certification and MA training preferred. A team-oriented environment and commitment to quality care are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited 2-year Medical Assistant associate degree program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examination and greet patients.
• Take vitals (BP, weight, height, temperature) and document.
• Administer immunizations under supervision of a medical provider.
• Assist with laboratory requisitions and specimen handling.
• Prepare and maintain patient charts and records.
• Answer calls and callbacks as instructed by nurse or provider.
• Perform routine clinical procedures and basic tests as ordered.
• Sterilize and maintain clinical equipment and rooms.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and equipment and vaccine refrigerators.
• Coordinate with supervisor and other staff; train/guide students as needed.
• Relieve other Medical Assistants as required.

Skills

Medical terminology

CPR certification

Team player

Communication skills

Documentation in EHR

Multi-line phone handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant program

Associate degree in Medical Assisting

Tools

Microsoft Office

EHR systems

Job description

As a Medical Assistant, you will prepare patients for examination, administer immunizations, perform simple medical procedures, and perform other administrative and clinical duties. This position works closely with the Medical Assistant staff and will report to the Medical Assistant Supervisor.JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:Prepares patients for examination:Greets patientsObtains chief complaint from patient.Takes B/P, weight, height, temperature, etc.Assists with laboratory requisitions and assures lab pick-up.Administers immunizations and other injections under the direction of a medical provider.Updates and maintains patient charts.Answers telephone calls and callbacks as instructed by registered nurse or a medical provider.Performs simple medical procedures, such as earwax removal.Identifies unsafe patient environment and discusses situations with the medical provider or designee.Assists medical provider with wide variety of patient care procedures and tests; collects, labels, and processes specimens as required and in accordance with policies and procedures.Performs routine tests (i.e. BS, UA, Pregnancy test, Strep test, blood draws, administering and reading TB tests, etc.) as ordered and/or performs Standing Orders according to established policies and procedures.Cleans and sterilizes equipment/instruments according to established policies and procedures.Maintains room cleaning schedule and restocks examination rooms according to established policies and procedures.Conducts inventory of supplies and equipment for medical office/clinical area as needed or requested.Maintains temperature controls on refrigerator for vaccine storage as required.Calls patients regarding test results.Identifies and draws up medication for immediate verification and use by medical providerWorks on a rotating basis as a Seated MA answering phones, taking off/separating faxes, checks labs for scanning; directing scanner regarding what labs go to which provider;Maintains logs (i.e. medical logs, inventory update, etc.) and records for clinical area.May be required to request medical records from other health care providers.Occasionally supervises and acts as a trainer/preceptor for students and/or temporary staff.Assists the Medical Assistant Supervisor as needed.Relieves and substitutes for other medical assistants in all clinical areas as needed.All HealthLinc staff is committed to engage in quality improvement initiatives that align with and support Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH).Performs other duties as assigned.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:Education/TrainingHigh school diploma or equivalentGraduate of a program for Medical AssistantsGraduate of an accredited 2-year Medical Assistant associates degree program (not required but highly preferred)Ability to pass MA Certification/Registration exam within the first six months of employmentCurrent CPR certificationExperienceAt least 1 year of work experience as Medical Assistant (not required but highly preferred)Skills/Job RequirementStrong organizational and time management skillsProven ability to work well in a team environmentExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to deal with stressful situations including difficult personalitiesAbility to follow HealthLinc policies and proceduresTechnology SkillsOperate a multi-line phone system and other office equipment including printers, fax machines, etc.Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, EHR, online sources, etc.)DIRECT SUPERVISION:N/AREQUIRED TRAININGS:All assigned Relias trainings