Orthopedic Certified Medical Assistant - Care & Operations

Lakeshore Bone And Joint Institute; Crown Point (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support doctors, RNs, and physicians in the clinic. The role includes performing medical assisting duties, reviewing patient information, obtaining vitals, and aiding in injections, wound care, and exam preparation.

Responsibilities emphasize patient flow, documentation, and collaboration with secretaries and supervisors. Some travel between clinics is required, including potential Saturday hours.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year work experience in public contact job, preferably service related.
• Experience or interest in health care.
• CMA, NHA, or RMA Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide all duties of a Medical Assistant.
• Pull and review information for incoming patients (MRI results, X-ray reports, progress notes, therapy notes, lab results).
• Obtain vitals and update patient history.
• Assist with clinical scheduling and patient flow to improve efficiency.
• Travel between clinics is required.

Skills

Patient communication

Vital signs

Medical terminology

Adaptability

Professionalism

Education

High school diploma

Graduation from Medical Assistant Program

CMA Certification

NHA Certification

RMA Certification

Tools

None

Job description

Lakeshore Bone & Joint Institute is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support doctors, RNs, and physicians in the clinic. The role includes performing medical assisting duties, reviewing patient information, obtaining vitals, and aiding in injections, wound care, and exam preparation.

Responsibilities emphasize patient flow, documentation, and collaboration with secretaries and supervisors. Some travel between clinics is required, including potential Saturday hours.