Patient Care & Procedures Specialist

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

Job summary

Methodist Hospitals is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers and teams by delivering patient care, assisting with procedures, and helping with patient flow in a fast-paced ambulatory setting.

You will obtain vital signs, assist with testing (EKG, urine dipstick, pregnancy tests), administer injections as ordered, and help prepare patients for visits and procedures while documenting care in the medical record.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year Medical Assistant experience required.
• Certified or Registered Medical Assistant within 60 days of hire.
• BLS certification required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and infection control.

Responsibilities

• Assists in urgent and emergent medical situations and operates emergency equipment.
• Assists provider with patient follow-up and education materials.
• Manages patient flow to minimize wait times and optimize room usage.
• Cleans, prepares, and stocks exam areas and equipment.
• Maintains inventory and sterilization of instruments and supplies.
• Documents patient care in the medical record per policy.
• Obtains vital signs and prepares patients for visits.
• Performs basic tests (EKG, urine dipstick, pregnancy tests) and administers injections as ordered.
• Prepares patients for procedures and assists providers during procedures.
• Performs other duties as needed.

Skills

Vital signs

EKG testing

Urine dipstick testing

Injections administration

Patient education

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma/GED Equivalent Required

Job description

Methodist Hospitals is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers and teams by delivering patient care, assisting with procedures, and helping with patient flow in a fast-paced ambulatory setting.

You will obtain vital signs, assist with testing (EKG, urine dipstick, pregnancy tests), administer injections as ordered, and help prepare patients for visits and procedures while documenting care in the medical record.