Certified Medical Assistant

Ascension•Kokomo, IN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Ascension Medical Group is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant for their Primary Care clinic in Kokomo, IN. This is a full-time, day shift position. The Medical Assistant will assist with treatments ordered by providers, perform select clinical duties, interview patients, measure vital signs, and record information. They will also prepare treatment rooms, perform basic clerical duties such as answering phones and maintaining records, and manage materials by ordering and stocking supplies. Additionally, the role may involve documenting provider-patient encounters, listing diagnoses and symptoms, transcribing patient orders for lab tests, radiology, and medications.

Requirements

BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
Medical Assistant obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. Certified or Registered both accepted.
High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Responsibilities

Assist with treatments ordered by provider as supervised by provider or registered nurse.
Perform select clinical duties.
Interview patients, measure vital signs, and record information on patients' charts.
Prepare treatment rooms for examination of patients.
Perform basic clerical duties including answering the phone, maintaining records, and filing.
Perform basic materials management functions to include ordering and stocking of supplies.
Assist with maintaining a clean and orderly environment.
May document the provider's encounter with patients.
List all proper diagnoses and symptoms, as well as follow-up instructions and prescriptions, as indicated by the provider.
Transcribe patient orders including, but not limited to, laboratory tests, radiology tests and medications.