Medical Assistant: Patient Care & Procedures Specialist

Methodist Hospitals; Gary (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Hospitals in Gary, Indiana seeks a Medical Assistant to support the primary care team by delivering patient care, assisting with procedures, and helping maintain efficient patient flow. This role requires strong clinical skills, safe practices, and teamwork across departments, with a high school diploma and MA certification due within 60 days of hire.

Candidates will perform vital signs, basic tests, specimen collection, patient education, and documentation in the medical record, while

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year Medical Assistant experience required.
• Certified or Registered Medical Assistant within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist in urgent and emergent medical situations and operate emergency equipment.
• Support patient flow and referrals, labs, and patient education materials.
• Prepare patients for visits and obtain vital signs.
• Perform basic tests (EKG, urine dipstick, pregnancy tests) and injections as ordered.
• Clean, stock, and sterilize exam areas and supplies.
• Document patient care information in the medical record.

Skills

Patient care

Emergency response

Vital signs

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Methodist Hospitals in Gary, Indiana seeks a Medical Assistant to support the primary care team by delivering patient care, assisting with procedures, and helping maintain efficient patient flow. This role requires strong clinical skills, safe practices, and teamwork across departments, with a high school diploma and MA certification due within 60 days of hire.

Candidates will perform vital signs, basic tests, specimen collection, patient education, and documentation in the medical record, while