<p>POSITION SUMMARY: Marram Health Center is seeking a Medical Assistant to perform a variety of administrative and clinical tasks to assist physicians and other health providers in delivering safe and effective medical care at our Hebron office location. Marram Health Center is a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) with offices in Gary, Hebron, and Portage. Marram Health Center is affiliated with Porter-Starke Services, Inc., a Community Mental Health Center (CMHC) based in Valparaiso that serves northwest Indiana with additional offices in Portage, Knox, Valparaiso, and LaPorte. BENEFITS:</p> <p>401k w/ 20% company matching 11 paid holidays Tuition assistance up to $5250/year Loan assistance up to $200/month Competitive wages Generous PTO Employee discount at the local YMCA HSA/FSA accounts Medical, dental, and vision insurance Employee referral program Casual Fridays Company paid life insurance policy Company paid long term disability Optional insurances (short term disability) Employee recognition events Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Free yearly health screenings</p> <p>JOB DUTIES:</p> <p>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. 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. Answer patient calls on a wide range of topics, at any time of the day. Position may assist at other Marram Health Center locations depending on need and schedule. Performs other duties as assigned.</p> <p>COMPETENCIES:</p> <p>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.</p> <p>EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Learn more about Marram Health/Porter-Starke Services, Inc. and other job opportunities by visiting our website: https://www.porterstarke.org</p>