Medical Assistant Certified

Ascension; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage: medical, dental, vis

HSA/FSA options

403(b) retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Ascension St. Vincent Evansville in Evansville, IN, is seeking a Medical Assistant in Occupational Medicine. The role supports providers with treatments, takes vital signs, interviews patients, and maintains exam rooms.

Responsibilities include basic clerical tasks and materials management in a busy clinical setting. Requirements include a High School diploma or equivalent and Medical Assistant certification; BLS may be preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Responsibilities

• Assists with treatments ordered by provider under supervision.
• Interviews patients, measures vital signs, and records information on charts.
• Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients.
• Performs basic clerical duties including answering the phone and filing.
• Orders supplies and maintains a clean environment.
• May document encounters and transcribe orders for tests or medications.

Skills

Clinical support

Vital signs

Patient interviewing

Clerical duties

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant certification/licensure

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Evansville, IN
• Facility: Ascension St. Vincent Evansville
• Department/Specialty: Occupational Medicine
• Schedule: Full Time Days | 40 Hours per week | Monday through Friday

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Assists with treatments ordered by provider as supervised by provider or registered nurse. Performs select clinical duties.
• Interviews patients, measures vital signs, and records information on patients' charts. Prepares treatment rooms for examination of patients.
• Performs basic clerical duties including answering the phone, maintaining records, and filing.
• Performs basic materials management functions to include ordering and stocking of supplies. Assists with maintaining a clean and orderly environment.
• May document the provider's encounter with patients. Lists all proper diagnoses and symptoms, as well as follow-up instructions and prescriptions, as indicated by the provider. Transcribes patient orders including, but not limited to, laboratory tests, radiology tests and medications.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s): BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Medical Assistant obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Licensure required relevant to state in which work is performed

Education

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. *Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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