Medical Assistant — Whole-Person Care Advocate

Meridian Health Services; Peru (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous PTO

Paid holidays

Growth opportunities

Wellness programs

401(k) with company match

Professional development funds

Work-life balance

Job summary

Meridian Health Services in Peru, IN seeks a Medical Assistant to support patients of all ages in a primary care setting. This full-time role runs Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm, and focuses on compassionate, whole-person care.

Responsibilities include taking vitals, preparing exam rooms, assisting with exams and telehealth, and coordinating labs and patient documentation, while upholding OSHA/CLIA standards. Certification preferred; EHR experience helps.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• High school diploma or equivalency required; Associates degree preferred.
• Certification as a Medical Assistant (CMA, NCMA, CCMA, or RMA) preferred.
• 6–12 months of clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Guide patients through their visit and prepare them for provider assessments.
• Take vitals, prepare exam rooms, sterilize instruments, and maintain supplies.
• Support providers with exams, minor procedures, and patient documentation.
• Perform phone triage, manage labs and records, and follow infection-control protocols.
• Conduct screenings (PHQ-9, Edinburgh, GAD-7) and assist with telehealth.
• Prepare medications, maintain certifications, and protect patient confidentiality.
• Complete daily/weekly tasks, attend meetings, and uphold OSHA/CLIA standards.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient care

Phone triage

Documentation

Infection control

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree preferred

MA certification (CMA/NCMA/CCMA/RMA) preferred

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Meridian Health Services in Peru, IN seeks a Medical Assistant to support patients of all ages in a primary care setting. This full-time role runs Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm, and focuses on compassionate, whole-person care.

Responsibilities include taking vitals, preparing exam rooms, assisting with exams and telehealth, and coordinating labs and patient documentation, while upholding OSHA/CLIA standards. Certification preferred; EHR experience helps.