Medical Assistant
About The Position
Franciscan Health is a non-profit health care ministry with primary and specialty care physician groups located throughout Indiana and Illinois. Franciscan is known for our mission of caring. Our values of Respect for Life; Fidelity to Our Mission; Compassionate Concern; Joyful Service; and Christian Stewardship extend to our employees and patients. With 11 hospital ministries, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care organizations in the Midwest. Franciscan Health includes over 1,000 employed physicians and advanced practice providers. Franciscan providers enjoy a team approach to care. Of our 260+ locations, many are nationally recognized Centers of Health Care Excellence.
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED
- Program Medical Assisting
- In lieu of program, 5 years of medical assistant experience
- Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association
- Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) - American Allied Health
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
- Medical Assistant (RMA) - American Medical Technologists (AMT)
- Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) - American Registry of Medical Assistants
- Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) - National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP)
- National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) - National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) - National Healthcareer Association (NHA)
Responsibilities
- Assist providers and clinical staff in the care of wound care patients, including applying and removing dressings.
- Provide direct patient care in an outpatient setting, including: Rooming patients, Obtaining vital signs, Collecting comprehensive medical histories, Documenting patient care in the electronic medical record (EMR), Administering vaccines, injections, and medications as directed, Performing phlebotomy and point-of-care testing, Completing medication reconciliation under the supervision of the RN or Provider.
- Communicate with patients, providers, and internal/external customers via phone, electronic messaging, and in person.
- Coordinate patient care activities, including: Prior authorizations, Referrals, Prescription refills, Sample medication processing.
Benefits
- Professional development opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
