Medical Assistant
- Edgewater Health
- Merrillville, Indiana
- 3 days ago
- Full Time
Job Summary
Employment Type
Full Time
Job Description
Job DetailsJob Location: Edgewater Health - Primary Care (Merrillville) - Merrillville, IN 46410Edgewater Health's Medical Assistants performs a variety of administrative and clinical tasks to assist our physicians in providing professional, safe, and effective medical care.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Take patient vital signs, draw blood, take medical history, monitor patient charts, and assess patient needs.
Execute general laboratory services and procedures, such as triage, phlebotomy, immunizations, other injections, submission of specimens, and tracking results.
Collect patient information and assessment data, including vital signs.
Organize patient care based on findings of initial assessment.
Maintain and use principles of infection control when performing clinical tasks.
Follow up with patients regarding abnormal lab results and schedule appointments with specialists.
Respond to patient phone calls; schedule appointments.
Assist provider with on-site procedures.
Prepare and administer medications as directed by practitioner.
Pull charts for provider review.
Add codes to medical charts, correct incorrect or incomplete codes for insurance; assure accuracy of patient file.
Arrange for outpatient procedures and obtain prior authorization.
Collect reports on procedures/labs conducted by hospitals and other providers.
Arrange for sufficient and appropriate supplies in exam rooms.
Order, stock and maintain exam rooms and clinic area with standard levels of supplies.
Attends and participates in in-service education.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Answer patient calls on a wide range of topics, at any time of the day.
Other duties as assigned
COMPETENCIES
Possess strong computer skills including proficiency in Excel and Word
Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Possess strong organizational skills
Proficient in correct English usage, spelling and grammar.
Proficient in oral and written communication procedures.
Excellent documentation skills
QualificationsREQUIRED CERTIFICATION/LICENSE
Must be certified Medical Assistant.
QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma required.
Graduate of an accredited program for Medical Assistant program required.
At least two years’ experience as Medical Assistant required.
Previous experience working with clients in a Federally Qualified Health Center is preferred.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Take patient vital signs, draw blood, take medical history, monitor patient charts, and assess patient needs.
Execute general laboratory services and procedures, such as triage, phlebotomy, immunizations, other injections, submission of specimens, and tracking results.
Collect patient information and assessment data, including vital signs.
Organize patient care based on findings of initial assessment.
Maintain and use principles of infection control when performing clinical tasks.
Follow up with patients regarding abnormal lab results and schedule appointments with specialists.
Respond to patient phone calls; schedule appointments.
Assist provider with on-site procedures.
Prepare and administer medications as directed by practitioner.
Pull charts for provider review.
Add codes to medical charts, correct incorrect or incomplete codes for insurance; assure accuracy of patient file.
Arrange for outpatient procedures and obtain prior authorization.
Collect reports on procedures/labs conducted by hospitals and other providers.
Arrange for sufficient and appropriate supplies in exam rooms.
Order, stock and maintain exam rooms and clinic area with standard levels of supplies.
Attends and participates in in-service education.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Answer patient calls on a wide range of topics, at any time of the day.
Other duties as assigned
COMPETENCIES
Possess strong computer skills including proficiency in Excel and Word
Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Possess strong organizational skills
Proficient in correct English usage, spelling and grammar.
Proficient in oral and written communication procedures.
Excellent documentation skills
QualificationsREQUIRED CERTIFICATION/LICENSE
Must be certified Medical Assistant.
QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma required.
Graduate of an accredited program for Medical Assistant program required.
At least two years’ experience as Medical Assistant required.
Previous experience working with clients in a Federally Qualified Health Center is preferred.
Job Summary
Employment Type
Full Time
Benefit Insights
Health Insurance
Vacation Leave
Sick Leave
Holiday Pay
Life Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Short-Term Disability
Edgewater Health
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Job ID: 458003288
Originally Posted on: 12/16/2024
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