Medical Assistant - Urgent Care & Procedures

Methodist Hospitals; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Hospitals is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to support the primary care team, help manage patient flow and assist with procedures in a fast-paced ambulatory setting. Under supervision, you will obtain vital signs, prepare patients for visits, perform basic tests, and support the provider with care delivery.

Certification as a Medical Assistant and BLS are required within 60 days of hire, unless hired before 12/31/19.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology and patient care procedures.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Assists in urgent and emergent medical situations and operates emergency equipment.
• Assists provider with patient follow-up (referrals, labs, education materials).
• Manages patient flow to minimize wait times and optimize room utilization.
• Cleans, prepares, and stocks exam areas and workstations.
• Maintains ambulatory equipment, instruments and supplies; assists in sterilization and inventory.
• Documents patient care information in medical records.
• Obtains vital signs and prepares patients for visits.
• Performs basic tests (EKG, urine dipstick, pregnancy tests) and administers injections as ordered.
• Supports patient and assists provider with procedures.
• Performs other duties as needed.

Skills

Medical terminology

Patient care

Teamwork

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Certified or Registered Medical Assistant

BLS Certification

Job description

Methodist Hospitals is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to support the primary care team, help manage patient flow and assist with procedures in a fast-paced ambulatory setting. Under supervision, you will obtain vital signs, prepare patients for visits, perform basic tests, and support the provider with care delivery.

Certification as a Medical Assistant and BLS are required within 60 days of hire, unless hired before 12/31/19.