Medical Assistant

At Franciscan, our Medical Assistant are critical for supporting a variety of clinical duties for multiple ambulatory clinics. This role assists providers and staff in coordinating patient care, scheduling appointments, executing physician orders for lab testing, entering information in electronic medical record system, and functions as a liaison between patients, coworkers, and providers.

WHO WE ARE
Franciscan Health is a non-profit health care ministry with primary and specialty care physician groups located throughout Indiana and Illinois. Franciscan is known for our mission of caring. Our values of Respect for Life; Fidelity to Our Mission; Compassionate Concern; Joyful Service; and Christian Stewardship extend to our employees and patients.

With 11 hospital ministries, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care organizations in the Midwest. Franciscan Health includes over 1,000 employed physicians and advanced practice providers. Franciscan providers enjoy a team approach to care. Of our 260+ locations, many are nationally recognized Centers of Health Care Excellence.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

• Wound Care: the unit sees on average 35-45 patients daily, fast paced
• Mon-Fri 8:00 am-4:30 pm , no weekends, no holidays
• Professional development opportunities.
• Assist providers and clinical staff in the care of wound care patients, including applying and removing dressings.
• Provide direct patient care in an outpatient setting, including: Rooming patients Obtaining vital signs Collecting comprehensive medical histories Documenting patient care in the electronic medical record (EMR) Administering vaccines, injections, and medications as directed Performing phlebotomy and point-of-care testing Completing medication reconciliation under the supervision of the RN or Provider
• Communicate with patients, providers, and internal/external customers via phone, electronic messaging, and in person.
• Coordinate patient care activities, including: Prior authorizations Referrals Prescription refills Sample medication processing

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a fast-paced clinical environment while maintaining a predictable weekday schedule and strong work-life balance.

Qualifications

Required High School Diploma/GED

• Required Program Medical Assisting
• Required Program In lieu of program, 5 years of medical assistant experience
• Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) - American Allied Health
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA)
• Medical Assistant (RMA) - American Medical Technologists (AMT)
• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) - American Registry of Medical Assistants
• Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) - National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP)
• National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) - National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) - National Healthcareer Association (NHA)

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law.

Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights.

Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity.

Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings. Find an overview on the benefit section of our career site, jobs.franciscanhealth.org.