Medical Assistant — Patient Care & Clinic Ops

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life ins.

401(k) with company match

Career development and licensure/cert.

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care in a clinical setting.

You will perform clinical tasks under supervision, assist with procedures, manage exam rooms, and ensure efficient clinic operations while delivering excellent service to patients and staff. Responsibilities include taking vital signs, preparing patients for exams, handling patient intake, and supporting administrative duties such as scheduling and referrals.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• 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 procedures
• Performs patient intake duties, including reporting test results, phone triage, and documenting medical information
• Coordinates referrals and assists with appointment scheduling and insurance verification

Skills

Vital signs

Patient care techniques

Interpersonal skills

Medical terminology

Infection control

Time management

Confidentiality

Critical thinking

Education

Medical Assistant program (accredited)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Medical record systems

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care in a clinical setting.

You will perform clinical tasks under supervision, assist with procedures, manage exam rooms, and ensure efficient clinic operations while delivering excellent service to patients and staff. Responsibilities include taking vital signs, preparing patients for exams, handling patient intake, and supporting administrative duties such as scheduling and referrals.