Community Health Network - Kokomo, IN
posted 19 days ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Kokomo, IN
Hospitals
About the position
The Medical Assistant at Community Health Network will support the provider in an ambulatory healthcare setting by facilitating patient visits, performing routine laboratory tests, managing referrals, and contributing to quality outcomes. This role emphasizes collaboration, communication, and participation in quality initiatives to enhance patient care.
Responsibilities
- Assist the provider with patient visits and procedures.
- Prepare exam rooms and treatment areas for patient use, including cleaning and stocking supplies.
- Room patients and manage the efficient flow of the provider's caseload.
- Obtain necessary vital signs, EKGs, and specimen collections.
- Document care using the EPIC EMR system.
- Perform Point of Care Testing based on patient complaints and protocols.
- Process referrals and medication refills.
- Maintain positive relationships with patients, providers, and staff.
Requirements
- Graduate/certificate of completion from a recognized medical assisting program or a High School Diploma/GED with one year of medical assistant experience in a physician practice within the past three years.
- Medical Assistant certification required within 6 months of hire.
Nice-to-haves
- Excellent communication skills.
- Positive attitude toward problem-solving.
- Ability to collaborate in a team setting.
Benefits
- Volunteer opportunities.
- Professional development initiatives.
