Medical Assistant
Franciscan Health·Michigan City, Indiana
Franciscan Health·Michigan City, Indiana
Supports clinical duties in ambulatory clinics by coordinating patient care, executing physician orders, and managing electronic medical records. Acts as a liaison between patients and providers while performing direct clinical tasks like phlebotomy and administering medications.
Michigan City Coolspring Health Center 1225 E Coolspring Ave Michigan City, Indiana 46360 At Franciscan, our Medical Assistants 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.
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 Sign on Bonus Available (Ask your Talent Acquisition Advisor if eligible for Sign-On Bonus) Hours/Days: Monday-Friday, work an 8-hour shift between operational hours of 730a-530p Enjoy work life balance with consistent day shift schedule and observed holidays off work.
Professional development opportunities.
Enhanced benefits package with a pay structure to reward experience and expertise.
Provide a more personal approach to direct patient care in a variety of outpatient settings, which may include: rooming patients, taking vitals, obtaining a comprehensive medical history, document care of patient via electronic medical record, administering vaccines, injections, and medications, phlebotomy, point of care testing and medication reconciliation under the supervision of RN/Provider.
Gather requirements from internal and external customers and provide information via phone, electronic messaging and in person.
Initiate and follow through on prior authorizations, referrals, and process sample medications, prescriptions, and refills as directed.
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) TRAVEL IS REQUIRED: Never or Rarely 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.
Requires a High School Diploma/GED and a Medical Assisting program completion or 5 years of experience. Must hold a BLS certification and a recognized Medical Assistant certification (e.g., CMA, RMA, or CCMA).
Market context
In Indiana, Medical Assistant openings are typically steady across clinics, physician offices, and outpatient settings, with employers often looking for candidates who can support both clinical and front-desk workflows. This role is competitive when you already have a completed Medical Assistant program or certification, CPR certification, and strong interpersonal skills; flexible scheduling and health, dental, and vision coverage are common benefits. Before applying, compare the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform with the original posting so you can quickly confirm fit and save research time.
