Medical Assistant-Family Medicine

219 Health Network; Cedar Lake (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

219 Health Network is seeking a Medical Assistant for their Family Medicine clinic in Cedar Lake, IN. The role involves supporting patient care directly under a provider's direction while managing various administrative tasks. Candidates must have a high school diploma and an accredited medical assistant program completed, alongside a valid CPR certification. This full-time position offers a chance to be part of a dynamic healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED equivalent required.
• Successful completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program required.
• Must maintain current CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care services and assist medical staff in a clinic.
• Manage patient scheduling and front desk duties.
• May collect and process specimens for tests.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Multi-tasking

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program

Certification as Registered Medical Assistant or Certified Medical Assistant

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Position:## Medical Assistant - Clinic Location: Cedar Lake, IN# Specialty: Family Medicine # Position Summary# Under the direction of the Provider, performs patient care services, assists the Provider and other medical staff with patient visits and procedures in a medical office or clinic setting. In addition, may be required to perform front desk duties, which may include telephone work, patient scheduling and ordering of supplies. If applicable, phlebotomy responsibilities including the collection and processing of specimens such as blood, urine, pap smears, cultures, etc. ########### # Education/Experience Requirements# High School graduate or GED equivalent required Successful completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program required## OR## active current certification as a Registered Medical Assistant or Certified Medical Assistant required Six months previous experience as a Medical Assistant preferred Must maintain current CPR certification (TB certification may be required for specific offices) Basic understanding of medical documentation and terms; ability to spell accurately; able to accurately record information Organizational skills with focus on tracking patient care and improving patient flow Ability to multi-task efficiently and effectively Must be able to act calmly and effectively in a busy or stressful situation Completes annual skill validation as well as safety and infection control procedures Excellent attitude, interpersonal skills, and communication abilities necessary to interact with patients, family members, physicians, and other hospital associates

Position: Medical Assistant - Clinic

Location: Cedar Lake, IN

Specialty: Family Medicine

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Provider, performs patient care services, assists the Provider and other medical staff with patient visits and procedures in a medical office or clinic setting. In addition, may be required to perform front desk duties, which may include telephone work, patient scheduling and ordering of supplies. If applicable, phlebotomy responsibilities including the collection and processing of specimens such as blood, urine, pap smears, cultures, etc.

Education/Experience Requirements

• High School graduate or GED equivalent required
• Successful completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program required OR active current certification as a Registered Medical Assistant or Certified Medical Assistant required
• Six months previous experience as a Medical Assistant preferred
• Must maintain current CPR certification (TB certification may be required for specific offices)
• Basic understanding of medical documentation and terms; ability to spell accurately; able to accurately record information
• Organizational skills with focus on tracking patient care and improving patient flow
• Ability to multi-task efficiently and effectively
• Must be able to act calmly and effectively in a busy or stressful situation
• Completes annual skill validation as well as safety and infection control procedures
• Excellent attitude, interpersonal skills, and communication abilities necessary to interact with patients, family members, physicians, and other hospital associates

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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