Medical Assistant-Float-Cardio-FTE 1.0

Franciscan Alliance, Inc.•Munster, IN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Franciscan Health is hiring a Medical Assistant for a float position supporting FPN Munster. The role supports clinical duties across multiple clinics and helps coordinate patient care, schedule appointments, carry out physician orders for laboratory testing, document information in the electronic medical record, and serve as a liaison among patients, coworkers, and providers. The position provides direct patient care in a busy outpatient clinic, including rooming patients, obtaining vital signs, documenting medical histories, and supporting efficient patient flow. Clinical work includes manual blood pressure readings, pulse oximetry, EKG placement, phlebotomy, point-of-care testing, and administering vaccines, injections, and medications as directed. The Medical Assistant also supports medication reconciliation, referrals, prior authorizations, prescription refill requests, and other follow-up activities. Accurate EMR documentation, effective communication, exceptional customer service, and strong critical thinking, organizational, and multitasking skills are important. The role is based at the FPN Munster Medical Office Building in Munster, Indiana. Clinic hours are Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Travel is required. Medical Assistant experience is required; outpatient clinic experience and proficiency in manual vital signs, EKG placement, and phlebotomy are preferred. A personal stethoscope and a commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care are required. Franciscan Health is a nonprofit health care ministry and a large Catholic health care organization in the Midwest, with 11 hospital ministries, more than 1,000 employed physicians and advanced practice providers, and over 260 locations. The organization describes its values as Respect for Life, Fidelity to Our Mission, Compassionate Concern, Joyful Service, and Christian Stewardship. Eligible employees receive comprehensive benefits. A sign-on bonus is available; eligibility should be discussed with a Talent Acquisition Advisor.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Completion of a Medical Assisting program, or five years of Medical Assistant experience in lieu of the program.
Medical Assistant experience.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within 90 days of hire.
Obtain one of the listed Medical Assistant certifications within six months of hire: RMA (American Allied Health); CMA (AAMA); RMA (AMT); RMA (American Registry of Medical Assistants); NRCMA (NAHP); NCMA (NCCT); CCMA (NHA); or CCMA (NPS).
Maintain a personal stethoscope.
Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care.

Nice To Haves

Outpatient clinic experience.
Proficiency in manual vital signs, EKG placement, and phlebotomy.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care in an outpatient clinic, including rooming patients, obtaining vital signs, and documenting medical histories.
Support efficient patient flow.
Perform manual blood pressure readings, pulse oximetry, EKG placement, phlebotomy, and point-of-care testing.
Administer vaccines, injections, and medications as directed.
Support patient care coordination through medication reconciliation, referrals, prior authorizations, prescription refill requests, and follow-up activities.
Use the electronic medical record to document patient information accurately and maintain continuity of care.
Schedule appointments and assist with coordinating patient care and carrying out physician orders for laboratory testing.
Communicate with patients, families, providers, coworkers, and other healthcare team members while providing customer service.
Travel as required for the float position.