Medical Assistant [Franklin, IN] - MA 26-12730

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Medical Assistant

Location: Franklin, IN 46131
Job Type: Contract [NO BENEFITS]
Duration: 10 Weeks (Possible Extension)
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Lunch Break: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (Unpaid)

Pay Rate:  $22.00 - $24.00/hour

Job Summary

We are seeking a qualified and motivated Medical Assistant to provide front-office and clinical support in a healthcare setting. The ideal candidate will assist with patient registration, scheduling, rooming, vital signs, phlebotomy, vaccinations, and other clinical procedures as needed.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with healthcare professionals to ensure efficient daily operations, quality patient care, and a positive patient experience. Strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to support both administrative and clinical functions are essential for this role.

Key Responsibilities

Front-Office Support

• Greet patients and assist with registration and check-in procedures.
• Schedule patient appointments and manage incoming telephone calls.
• Maintain accurate patient records and update information in the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
• Assist with administrative tasks and support daily clinic operations.
• Communicate effectively with patients regarding appointments and routine office procedures.

Clinical Support

• Prepare examination rooms and assist with patient rooming.
• Measure and record vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respiration.
• Perform venipuncture and blood collection procedures.
• Administer vaccines in accordance with established clinical protocols and applicable authorization requirements.
• Perform electrocardiograms (EKGs) as required.
• Conduct point-of-care (POC) testing and document results accurately.
• Assist healthcare providers with clinical procedures and other patient care activities.
• Maintain clean, organized, and properly stocked examination rooms.
• Follow infection prevention procedures and established patient safety protocols.

Documentation and Patient Care

• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in the EMR system.
• Ensure proper handling and documentation of laboratory specimens.
• Support patient education and health outreach activities as appropriate.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with applicable privacy requirements.
• Work collaboratively with clinical and administrative staff to ensure efficient patient flow.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support clinic operations.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of Medical Assistant experience , excluding externship experience.
• Previous experience with phlebotomy and venipuncture.
• Experience using electronic medical record (EMR) systems.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or CPR certification.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong computer skills and the ability to maintain accurate patient records.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative healthcare environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Medical Assistant certification strongly preferred.
• Occupational Health experience strongly preferred.
• Previous experience supporting both front-office and back-office operations.
• Experience performing EKGs and point-of-care (POC) testing.
• Experience with appointment scheduling, patient rooming, and vital signs monitoring.
• Interest in health education, patient outreach, and preventive healthcare.

Required Skills

• Medical Assistant experience
• Front-office and back-office operations
• Phlebotomy and venipuncture
• EKG administration
• Point-of-care (POC) testing
• Patient scheduling
• Patient rooming and preparation
• Vital signs measurement
• Electronic Medical Record (EMR) documentation
• BLS or CPR certification
• Patient communication and customer service
• Infection control and patient safety