Medical Assistant - Crisis Services

Oaklawn Psychiatric Center; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO from day one

Work-life balance

Behavioral health assistance

Regular supervision for professional/臨

Job summary

Oaklawn Psychiatric Center is seeking a Medical Assistant for Crisis Services in South Bend, Indiana. The role focuses on medical stability assessments and delivering care for minor physical health issues within the crisis center.

Responsibilities include coordinating care, administering medications, phlebotomy, glucose testing, and lab blood draws under supervision. Requires a high school diploma or associate degree in medical assisting, with certification preferred and 1–2 years of relevant

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or an Associate degree in Medical Assisting from a CAAHEP or AMT-accredited program required.
• Certification or registration preferred.
• 1–2 years of clinical or community experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with medical stability assessments and deliver care for minor physical health challenges.
• Assist in coordinating care.
• Will administer medications, phlebotomy services, precautions monitoring and pain reassessments.
• Will work under the direct supervision of the crisis center RN.
• Is sensitive to the interrelationships of both people and functions in the crisis center.
• May also be required to provide injections, test blood glucose and/or draw blood for lab tests.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Medication administration

Care coordination

Patient assessment

Education

High School Diploma/GED or Associate degree in Medical Assisting (CAAHEP/AMT)

Job description

Position:Medical Assistant - Crisis Services

Location: 415 E. Madison St

Job Id:2466

# of Openings:1

Medical Assistant - Crisis Services

Are you looking for a rewarding and supportive work environment with opportunities to grow? Join Oaklawn, where hope and healing begin, in addressing the mental health needs of our community.

Who We Are

Oaklawn provides comprehensive mental health and addictions services for children, adolescents, adults and seniors in St. Joseph and Elkhart Counties in Northern Indiana. Intensive services have become Oaklawn's trademark—what we are known for and where much of our expertise lies. Sponsored by Mennonite Health Services Alliance, it is our philosophy at Oaklawn to treat the whole person—mind, body and spirit. This commitment, along with our faith-based heritage, our excellent staff of 875, our therapeutic environment, and our innovative treatment programs, provide a unique foundation for healing and hope.

What We Offer a Medical Assistant

We offer competitive compensation, a full benefits package and career advancement opportunities.

• Start earning PTO the day you start
• Work life balance
• Behavioral health assistance
• Regular supervision to grow clinical/professional skills

What You’ll Do as a Medical Assistant

The Medical Assistant in Crisis Services will assist with medical stability assessments and deliver care for minor physical health challenges.

Duties

• Assist in coordinating care.
• Will administer medications, phlebotomy services, precautions monitoring and pain reassessments.
• Will work under the direct supervision of the crisis center RN.
• Is sensitive to the interrelationships of both people and functions in the crisis center.
• May also be required to provide injections, test blood glucose and/or draw blood for lab tests.
• 8am - 8pm
• High School Diploma/GED OR an Associate degree in medical assisting from a CAAHEP or AMT-accredited program required.
• Certification or registration preferred.
• 1-2 years of clinical or community experience preferred.