Medical Assistant

*Employment Type:* Full time *Shift:* Day Shift *Description:* *Sign-On Bonus: $2,500*
*Location: Simonton Lake*
*Status: Full Time*
*Why Saint Joseph Health System?*
* Saint Joseph Health System is a not-for-profit, multi-hospital health system serving North Central Indiana.
*Our system includes:*
* A 254-bed acute-care hospital at the Mishawaka Medical Center
* A 58-bed acute-care hospital at the Plymouth Medical Center
* More than 85 providers within the Saint Joseph Physician Network
*What We Offer*
* Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
* Employer-matched retirement savings plan
* Generous paid time off
* Employee referral incentive program
* Tuition and professional development reimbursement
* Nursing scholarship opportunities
*Job Summary*
* The Medical Assistant supports physicians and other professional healthcare providers in the ambulatory care setting by delivering both direct and indirect patient care. This position performs routine medical assisting procedures to promote patient comfort, safety, and quality care.
*Job Specifications and Core Competencies*
*Education:*
* High school diploma or equivalent
* Completion of a one-year medical assistant program or an accredited two-year medical assisting program
* Previous experience or training in general medical office skills and procedures preferred
* Knowledge of medical terminology required
*Licensure:*
* Certification or registration as a Medical Assistant through AAMA, AMT, NCCT, or NHA is preferred at hire and required within 90 days
* CPR certification required within 60 days of hire
*Experience:*
* One to three years of experience in a medical or physician office preferred
* Basic business office, clinical, and computer skills preferred
*Our Commitment *
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.