Our Valparaiso location is looking for a FULL-TIME Medical Assistant!
This is a new role within our Marram Health Clinic at new location of 701 Wall Street in Valparaiso, IN.
The Medical Assistant performs a variety of administrative and clinical tasks to assist physicians and other health providers in delivering safe and effective medical care for Marram Health Center, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FHQC) clinic operated by Porter-Starke Services, Inc., a Community Mental Health Center.
Starting Wage : $19.50 / hour & up based on years of experience.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS :
- Competitive wages
- 401K w / 20% company matching
- 11 paid holidays
- Competitive wages
- Generous PTO
- Employee discounts (YMCA)
- Employee referral program
- HSA / FSA accounts
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Tuition assistance up to $5250 annually
- Loan repayments up to $200 / month
- Casual Fridays
- Company paid life insurance policy
- Company paid long term disability
- Optional insurances (short term disability)
- Employee recognition events
- Employee Assistance Program
- Free health screenings
PRIMARY 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.Monitor patient status and report abnormal findings or changes in condition.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. This role will also require front desk work as a dual task.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 assignedCOMPETENCIES
Possess strong computer skills including proficiency in Excel and WordDemonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills.Possess strong organizational skillsProficient in correct English usage, spelling and grammar.Proficient in oral and written communication procedures.Excellent documentation skillsREQUIRED CERTIFICATION / LICENSE
Must be certified Medical Assistant.
QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma required.Graduate of an accredited program for Medical Assistant program required.2 years or more of Medical Assistant experience requiredPhlebotomy experience requiredPrevious experience working with clients in a Federally Qualified Health Center is preferred.Learn more about Porter-Starke Services, Inc. and Marram Health Center by visiting our websites www.porterstarke.org and https : / / www.marramhealth.org / .
Salary : $5,250
