Medical Assistant

Franciscan Alliance•Dyer, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Franciscan, our Medical Assistants are critical for supporting a variety of clinical duties for multiple ambulatory clinics. This role assists providers and staff in coordinating patient care, scheduling appointments, executing physician orders for lab testing, entering information in electronic medical record system, and functions as a liaison between patients, coworkers, and providers. WHO WE ARE Franciscan Health is a non-profit health care ministry with primary and specialty care physician groups located throughout Indiana. 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 OR 5 years of medical assistant experience
Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association - within 90 days of hire
One of the following certifications within 6 months of hire: Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) – American Allied Health or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) – American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or Medical Assistant (RMA) – American Medical Technologists (AMT) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) – American Registry of Medical Assistants or Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) – National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP) or National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) – National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) – National Healthcareer Association (NHA) or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) - National Performance Specialists (NPS)

Responsibilities

Prepare examination and treatment areas for patient visits
Prepare patients for examinations, treatments, and procedures
Document patient care accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR)
Collect, process, and submit laboratory specimens and required documentation
Administer medications and immunizations under the supervision of a provider or registered nurse
Process prescriptions, refills, and sample medications as directed
Educate patients on treatments, medications, and follow-up care.
Assist providers with patient screenings and follow-up on test results
Coordinate and expedite referrals to other healthcare providers.
Manage and route incoming phone calls
Monitor medications for proper labeling and expiration dates