Medical Assistant - General Surgery, Sign-on Bonus Eligible

Powers Health; Munster (IN); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Powers Health Medical Group is seeking a Medical Assistant for the General Surgery clinic in Munster/East Chicago. The role supports providers during patient visits and procedures and may include front desk tasks and phlebotomy responsibilities.

Requirements include a Medical Assistant program or CMA/RMA certification, CPR, and strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Prior MA experience is preferred, with a high level of accuracy in documentation.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Successful completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program required OR CMA/RMA certification.
• Six months MA experience preferred.
• Must maintain CPR certification.
• Basic understanding of medical documentation and terminology.

Responsibilities

• Under provider direction, assists with patient visits and procedures in a clinic setting.
• May perform front desk duties including telephone work, scheduling, and supply orders.
• If applicable, phlebotomy duties including collection and processing of specimens.

Skills

CPR certification

Multi-tasking

Organizational skills

Communication

Education

High School diploma

Medical Assistant program

MA certification (CMA/RMA)

Job description

Medical Assistant - General Surgery, Sign-on Bonus Eligible

Job ID 53437

Powers Health Medical Group · Phys Practices CH Admin

Full-time , Varied Shifts , M-F 8-4:30

Hours/Pay Period: 80

FTE: 1

Position: Medical Assistant - Clinic

Location: Munster & East Chicago

Specialty: General Surgery

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