Medical Assistant

Saint Joseph Health System (Indiana); South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Referral incentives

Tuition reimbursement

Nursing scholarships

Job summary

Saint Joseph Health System (Indiana) is seeking a Medical Assistant to support physicians in an ambulatory care setting. You will perform routine medical assisting procedures to promote patient comfort, safety, and quality care. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and completion of a Medical Assistant program.

Certification is preferred at hire and CPR is required within 60 days. 1–3 years of office experience is favored.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Completion of a one-year medical assistant program or an accredited two-year medical assisting program.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is required.
• Certification as Medical Assistant preferred at hire; required within 90 days.
• CPR certification required within 60 days of hire.
• One to three years of medical/physician office experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• The Medical Assistant supports physicians and other providers in ambulatory care, delivering direct and indirect patient care to promote comfort and safety.

Skills

Medical terminology

Patient care

Office computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical assistant program (1-year) or 2-year accredited program

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description:

Sign-On Bonus: $2,500

Location: University Park Family Medicine

Status: Full Time

Why Saint Joseph Health System?

• Saint Joseph Health System is a not-for-profit, multi-hospital health system serving North Central Indiana.

Our system includes:

• A 254-bed acute-care hospital at the Mishawaka Medical Center
• A 58-bed acute-care hospital at the Plymouth Medical Center
• More than 85 providers within the Saint Joseph Physician Network

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Employer-matched retirement savings plan
• Generous paid time off
• Employee referral incentive program
• Tuition and professional development reimbursement
• Nursing scholarship opportunities

Job Summary

• The Medical Assistant supports physicians and other professional healthcare providers in the ambulatory care setting by delivering both direct and indirect patient care. This position performs routine medical assisting procedures to promote patient comfort, safety, and quality care.

Job Specifications and Core Competencies

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of a one-year medical assistant program or an accredited two-year medical assisting program
• Previous experience or training in general medical office skills and procedures preferred
• Knowledge of medical terminology required

Licensure:

• Certification or registration as a Medical Assistant through AAMA, AMT, NCCT, or NHA is preferred at hire and required within 90 days
• CPR certification required within 60 days of hire

Experience:

• One to three years of experience in a medical or physician office preferred
• Basic business office, clinical, and computer skills preferred

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.