Medical Assistant- $1000 Sign On Bonus

HealthLinc•Mishawaka, IN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Medical Assistant at HealthLinc, you will prepare patients for examination, administer immunizations, perform simple medical procedures, and carry out other administrative and clinical duties. You will work closely with the Medical Assistant staff and report to the Medical Assistant Supervisor. The position is full-time in Mishawaka, Indiana, with no travel indicated. The role includes assisting medical providers with patient care procedures and tests, performing routine tests and blood draws, processing specimens, maintaining patient charts and clinical records, and supporting the cleanliness, stocking, and inventory of examination rooms. Medical Assistants may also answer phones, communicate test results, request medical records, and occasionally train or precept students or temporary staff. HealthLinc staff participate in quality improvement initiatives that support Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH).

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduate of a Medical Assistant program.
Ability to pass the Medical Assistant certification or registration exam within the first six months of employment.
Current CPR certification.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to work well in a team environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to handle stressful situations, including difficult personalities.
Ability to follow HealthLinc policies and procedures.
Ability to operate a multi-line phone system and office equipment, including printers and fax machines.
Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office, electronic health records, and online sources.

Nice To Haves

Graduate of an accredited two-year Medical Assistant associate degree program.
At least one year of work experience as a Medical Assistant.

Responsibilities

Prepare patients for examinations by greeting them, obtaining their chief complaint, and recording vital signs such as blood pressure, weight, height, and temperature.
Assist with laboratory requisitions and ensure laboratory pick-up.
Administer immunizations and other injections under the direction of a medical provider.
Update and maintain patient charts.
Answer telephone calls and make callbacks as instructed by a registered nurse or medical provider.
Perform simple medical procedures, such as earwax removal.
Identify unsafe patient environments and discuss concerns with the medical provider or designee.
Assist medical providers with patient care procedures and tests; collect, label, and process specimens according to policies and procedures.
Perform routine tests, including blood sugar, urinalysis, pregnancy, strep, blood draws, and administering and reading TB tests, as ordered or under established standing orders.
Clean and sterilize equipment and instruments according to established policies and procedures.
Maintain room cleaning schedules and restock examination rooms.
Conduct inventory of supplies and equipment for the medical office or clinical area as needed or requested.
Maintain refrigerator temperature controls for vaccine storage as required.
Call patients regarding test results.
Identify and draw up medication for immediate verification and use by a medical provider.
Work on a rotating basis as a Seated MA, answering phones, separating faxes, checking labs for scanning, and directing the scanner regarding which labs go to each provider.
Maintain clinical-area logs and records, including medical logs and inventory updates.
Request medical records from other health care providers when required.
Occasionally supervise and act as a trainer or preceptor for students and temporary staff.
Assist the Medical Assistant Supervisor as needed.
Relieve and substitute for other medical assistants in all clinical areas as needed.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives aligned with and supporting Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH).
Perform other duties as assigned.