Medical Assistant
About The Position
Franciscan Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support providers and nurses while helping patients feel comfortable and receive attentive care. The role is based at Franciscan Point Crown Point in Crown Point, Indiana. Medical Assistants prepare examination and treatment areas, document patient care in the electronic medical record, process lab specimens and paperwork, and assist with medications, patient education, and test-result follow-up. Medications and immunizations are prepared and administered under RN or provider supervision. Travel is never or rarely required.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Completion of a medical assisting program, or five years of medical assistant experience in lieu of the program.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
- A listed medical assistant credential: RMA from American Allied Health, CMA from AAMA, RMA from AMT, RMA from the American Registry of Medical Assistants, NRCMA from NAHP, NCMA from NCCT, or CCMA from NHA.
Responsibilities
- Prepare examination and treatment areas.
- Document patient care via the electronic medical record.
- Collect, complete, and process lab specimens and required paperwork.
- Prepare and administer medications and immunizations under the supervision of an RN or provider.
- Process sample medications, prescriptions, and refills as directed.
- Provide patient education.
- Assist the provider with screening and following up with patients about test results.
Benefits
- Eligible employees receive comprehensive benefit offerings; details are available in the benefits section of the company's career site.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
