Medical Assistant - Certified

• Employment Type : * Full time *Shift : * Day Shift *Description : * *Why Saint Joseph Health System? Saint Joseph Health System is a not-for-profit, multi-hospital health system located in North Central Indiana.
• Our system includes : 254-bed acute-care hospital at the Mishawaka Medical Center* 58-bed acute-care hospital at the Plymouth Medical Center* More than 85 providers in the Saint Joseph Physician Network*What we offer : Competitive compensation and benefits packages including medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Retirement savings account with employer match* Generous paid time off programs* Employee referral incentive program* Tuition / professional development reimbursement* Nursing Scholarship opportunities JOB SUMMARY Assists the ambulatory care setting physician or other professional healthcare provider with the administration of direct and indirect patient care.

Performs basic medical assisting procedures necessary to provide for care, comfort and safety of patients.*JOB DUTIES Evaluates acute patient telephone calls and adds to daily schedule as appropriate.

Provides counseling and / or direction to patient based on physician / healthcare provider preference or after consultation with provider.

• Performs office laboratory procedures, which may include assisting with collection, testing, handling, transporting, and documenting of specimens.
• Properly sets up exam room and prepares patients for examinations and procedures. Assists with procedures and examinations per physician / healthcare provider preference, i.

e. gynecological exams, minor surgeries, electrocautery, biopsies, sigmoidoscopies, casting, sterile technique procedures, and specimen preparation.

• Demonstrates the ability to perform responsibly in emergency situations based on the assessed needs of the patient. * Ability to identify a wide range of patient problems by having demonstrated age-specific competencies, and communicates patient needs to appropriate physician / healthcare provider and provide follow-up when indicated.
• Schedules tests, admissions, etc. for patients with area hospitals and facilities as ordered by the physician / healthcare provider.

In doing so, maintains a good rapport and cooperative working relationship with all members of the office, other provider offices, hospital services, and community agencies.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES Education : * High school graduate or equivalent and / or graduate of (1) a one-year medical assistant program (2) an accredited two-year medical assisting program.

Previous experience / training in general medical office skills and procedures. Proficient / knowledgeable in medical terminology.

Licensure : *Certification and / or registration as a medical assistant through AAMA, AMT, NCCT or NHA or able to obtain within 6 months of hire.

CPR certification or able to obtain within 60 days of hire.*Experience : * One to three years' experience in a medical or physician office preferred.

Basic business office, clinical skills, and computer skills preferred.*Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion* Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation.

Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do.

Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve.

Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.