Medical Assistant - Float $10,000 Sign-on Bonus

Community Health Systems; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan assistance

$10,000 Sign-on Bonus

Job summary

Community Health Systems in La Porte, Indiana, seeks a Medical Assistant to support patient care by performing clinical and administrative tasks. The ideal candidate will assist with medical procedures, maintain exam rooms, and facilitate patient intake while providing excellent service.

This full-time position eligible for a $10,000 Sign-on Bonus offers a robust benefits package, including health insurance and tuition reimbursement. Candidates should have completed a Medical Assistant program and possess strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Completion of Medical Assistant program from an accredited school preferred.
• 0‑1 years of experience in a medical practice setting or completion of externship program required.

Responsibilities

• Assists providers with non-invasive medical procedures.
• Prepares and cleans exam rooms before patient visits.
• Performs patient intake duties and manages clinic communications.
• Maintains organized workload and ensures efficient service.

Skills

Knowledge of medical office procedures and patient care techniques

Basic proficiency in computer applications such as Microsoft Office and medical record systems

Strong interpersonal skills

Understanding of medical terminology and infection control practices

Effective time management and organizational skills

Critical thinking abilities

Education

Completion of Medical Assistant program from an accredited school

Job description

Medical Assistant - Float $10,000 Sign-on Bonus

Job Description

As a Medical Assistant, you’ll join a team and be a part of a culture that's dedicated to providing top quality care to our patients. Our full‑time employees enjoy a robust benefits package which may include health insurance, 401(k), licensure/certification reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, and student loan assistance for eligible roles.

Job Summary

The Medical Assistant supports patient care by performing clinical and administrative tasks under the supervision of a medical provider. This role assists with medical procedures, maintains exam rooms, facilitates patient intake, and ensures efficient clinic operations while providing excellent service to patients and staff.

Essential Functions

• Assists providers with non-invasive medical procedures, such as taking vital signs and preparing patients for exams.
• Prepares and cleans exam rooms before patient visits and clinical procedures.
• Performs patient intake duties, including reporting test results, phone triage, and documenting medical information as directed by licensed personnel or providers.
• Reviews and maintains daily logs and documentation.
• Supports administrative duties, including pre-registering patients, scheduling appointments, coordinating referrals, verifying insurance eligibility, and managing clinic communications.
• Maintains an organized workload while providing prompt, courteous, and efficient service to providers, patients, and visitors.
• Monitors and requisitions supplies and equipment to ensure appropriate inventory levels and functionality.
• Educates patients on medications, diets, and other health-related topics, addressing questions to ensure understanding.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Completion of Medical Assistant program from an accredited school preferred.
• 0‑1 years of experience in a medical practice setting or completion of externship program required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of medical office procedures and patient care techniques.
• Basic proficiency in computer applications such as Microsoft Office and medical record systems.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to provide exceptional service to patients and staff.
• Understanding of medical terminology and infection control practices.
• Effective time management, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Critical thinking abilities to analyze situations and develop appropriate solutions.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.

Licenses and Certifications

• BCLS – Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) required.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.

Benefits

Full-time employees enjoy a robust benefits package which may include health insurance, 401(k), licensure/certification reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, and student loan assistance for eligible roles. The position is eligible for a $10,000 Sign‑on Bonus.