PRN Medical Assistant - Berne & Elwood, IN

About the role

The Medical Assistant plays a crucial role in the care team, overseeing the full patient experience and providing excellent care under the guidance of a primary care physician. This position requires a minimum of 1 year of experience as a Medical Assistant, preferably in primary care settings. National or state-specific MA certification or registration is strongly preferred and required for employment in states where such certification or registration is mandated. CPR/BLS certification is required at the start of employment. Phlebotomy experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Escorts patients to their rooms and ensures exam rooms are thoroughly cleaned and stocked
• Reviews previous medical information and gathers updated health information from patients
• Takes vitals, performs blood draws, gives injections, bandages wounds, and assists with procedures
• Collaborates with contracted labs for additional tests
• Prepares and administers approved medications and immunizations as directed by the provider
• Works with other members of the care team to develop individual patient care plans, addressing gaps in care
• Performs front desk duties, including patient scheduling, medical record requests, documentation, coordinating specialist visits, referrals, and other care outside the clinic, check-in, check-out, etc.
• Records accurate and pertinent data in the medical record according to documentation guidelines
• Processes test results and provides timely results to patients via email, mail, or phone as directed by the provider
• Maintains communication with patients to promote engagement among eligible patient groups
• Maintains clinical and office supplies and equipment for treatments

Requirements

Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Medical Assistant, preferably in primary care settings. Graduation from a formal Medical Assistant program or other related program. National or state-specific MA certification or registration is strongly preferred and required for employment in states where such certification or registration is mandated. CPR/BLS certification is required at the start of employment. Phlebotomy experience is preferred.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent. Completion of a formal Medical Assistant program or other related program. National or state-specific MA certification or registration is strongly preferred and required for employment in states where such certification or registration is mandated. CPR/BLS certification is required at the start of employment. Phlebotomy experience is preferred.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Strong organizational and time management abilities. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. Knowledge of electronic health records systems. Attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.

Benefits

Competitive health benefits starting the first of the month after hire. 15 days of PTO plus paid holidays. No out-of-pocket cost for scrubs. Pay range: $20.00-24.00/hr. Actual offer may vary based on geographic location and years of experience/skill level.

Pay

$20.00-24.00/hr. Actual offer may vary based on geographic location and years of experience/skill level.

Schedule

Hours may vary depending on the clinic's needs. Full-time positions are typically 40 hours per week.