Certified Medical Assistant

Ascension; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Ascension in Indianapolis, IN, is seeking a Full-Time Medical Assistant within Pediatric Otolaryngology at St. Vincent Medical Center.

You will support providers with patient examinations, take vital signs, and prepare rooms, while ensuring accurate documentation and smooth front-office flow. Ideal candidates hold a BLS credential and MA certification or registration within 3 months, with a HS diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification within 1 month (30 days) of hire date.
• Medical Assistant specialization in Registered or Certified MA within 3 months (90 days) of hire date.
• High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable cumulative job-specific experience.
• Note: licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers with patient examinations, measure vital signs, and execute ordered treatments under supervision.
• Prepare treatment rooms, maintain a clean environment, and manage basic materials ordering and stocking.
• Interview patients for medical history, chart information, and transcribe provider orders for labs, radiology, and medications.
• Handle front-office duties, including answering calls and maintaining organized patient records.

Skills

BLS Certification

Medical Assistant

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

1 year relevant experience

Job description

• Department/Specialty: Pediatric Otolaryngology
• Schedule: Full Time | Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Indianapolis, IN
• Facility: St. Vincent Medical Center
• Department/Specialty: Pediatric Otolaryngology
• Schedule: Full Time | Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Direct Patient Support: Assist providers with patient examinations, measure vital signs, and execute ordered treatments and procedures under supervision.
• Clinical & Administrative Flow: Prepare treatment rooms, maintain a clean environment, and manage basic materials ordering and stocking to ensure operational efficiency.
• Accurate Documentation: Interview patients for medical history, accurately chart all information, and precisely transcribe provider orders for lab tests, radiology, and medications.
• Front-Office Management: Handle critical clerical duties, including answering calls and maintaining organized patient records to support a seamless practice flow.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

• Licensure / Certification / Registration:
• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• One or more of the following required:
• Medical Assistant specializing in Registered obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
• Certified Medical Assistant obtained within 3 Months (90 days) of hire date or job transfer date.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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