Porter-Starke Services is seeking a full time 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. 

Porter-Starke Services, Inc., a Community Mental Health Center (CMHC) based in Valparaiso that serves northwest Indiana with additional offices in Portage, Knox, and LaPorte. 

COVID-19 considerations: Per Federal CMS COVID-19 vaccine requirements, all Porter-Starke Services employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or request and be approved for a valid religious or medical exemption before they can begin employment. 

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS:

• 401K w/ 20% company matching
• 11 paid holidays
• Competitive wages
• Generous PTO
• Employee discounts (cell phone service & YMCA)
• Employee referral program
• HSA/FSA accounts
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Tuition assistance and loan repayments
• Casual Fridays 
• Company paid life insurance policy
• Company paid long term disability
• Optional insurances (short term disability)
• Employee recognition events
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free health screenings

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 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.
• Other duties as assigned
• Position may assist at other Marram Health Center locations depending on need and schedule.

COMPETENCIES:

• 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

REQUIRED CERTIFICATION/LICENSE:

• Must be certified Medical Assistant

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 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.

Learn more about Porter-Starke Services, Inc. & Marram Health Center by visiting our website- https://www.porterstarke.org/