Medical Assistant - Bilingual - Float Pool

HealthNet, Inc.; Indianapolis, Bloomington (IN, IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate and dedicated team as a Medical Assistant in a nonprofit organization committed to community health. In this vital role, you'll perform a variety of patient care services, ensuring that individuals receive the quality healthcare they deserve. Your responsibilities will include preparing exam rooms, assisting in patient examinations, and providing essential education and support to patients. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of others while working in a diverse and inclusive environment. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to contribute to a mission-driven organization, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plan

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

401k Match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Basic Life Support certification needed within one month of hire.
• Completion of an accredited medical assistant program is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform various patient care services as directed by physicians.
• Prepare exam rooms and assist providers in patient exams.
• Administer injections, immunizations, and perform lab work.

Skills

Multitasking

Teamwork

Confidentiality

Data Entry

Basic Math Skills

Cultural Diversity Appreciation

Reliability

Flexibility

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Accredited Medical Assistant Program

Basic Life Support Certification

Tools

ICD-9 Coding

CPT Coding

Job description

Description

Fair Labor Standards Act Classification: Non-Exempt

What you’ll do as a Medical Assistant at HealthNet:

• Perform a variety of patient care services at HealthNet Inc. health centers as directed by physicians or clinic manager.
• Collect patient information.
• Call patients for next day appointments.
• Prepare exam rooms, equipment, medical record and patients for clinic visit and assist providers in patient exams and treatments.
• Assist with examination procedures.
• Perform general lab work.
• Administer injections and immunizations, and phlebotomy.
• Provide patient education and clerical support.

Diversity & Inclusion:

• We commit to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment, where all employees, whatever their gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, sexual orientation or identity, education, or disability, feel valued and respected.
• We take a nondiscriminatory approach and provide equal opportunity for employment and advancement in respective departments, programs, and worksites.
• We strive to respect and value diverse life experiences and heritages and ensure that all voices are valued and heard.
• We pledge to model diversity and inclusion and to maintain an inclusive environment with equitable treatment for all.

When you’ll work as a Medical Assistant at HealthNet:

• Full-time.
• Dependent on location. Each health center has different center hours.
• Potential schedule includes Monday-Friday 8am-5pm, with rotation of evening and Saturday shifts.
• Health centers are open until 8pm one/two days a week, and closed on Sundays.

Job responsibilities listed above is a summary and does not include other tasks requested by physician or clinic manager.

Who is HealthNet?

HealthNet is a nonprofit 501 (c) (3) organization of community-based health centers located in Indianapolis and Bloomington, IN. Since 1968, HealthNet has improved the health status of the neighborhoods it serves by making quality health services accessible to everyone. HealthNet annually provides affordable health care to more than 61,000 individuals through its network of 9 primary care health centers, 5 dental clinics, 9 school-based clinics, a mobile health unit, and additional support services. HealthNet’s mission is to improve lives with compassionate health care and support services, regardless of ability to pay.

Requirements:

(Please, consider applying even if you do not meet all of the listed criteria below. We would love to engage with you for other possible opportunities or explore your areas of skill a little deeper)

What you’ll need as a Medical Assistant at HealthNet:

• Currently not sponsoring work visa.
• Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA within one month of hire.
• Requires completion of high school diploma or GED.
• Requires successful completion of an accredited educational program for the medical assistant.
• Requires equivalency if presenting a foreign degree.
• Knowledge of ICD-9 and CPT coding.

The skills you’ll bring as a Medical Assistant at HealthNet:

• Ability to multitask and work in a high-volume patient environment.
• Ability to work as a team and independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to provide confidentiality.
• Understanding of data entry and basic math skills.
• Appreciation and understanding of cultural diversity in the workplace.
• Present dedication and drive toward job.
• Represent a positive and welcoming environment to team and patients.
• Flexible attitude as you may be asked to work at other health center locations to aid staffing levels.
• Reliable transportation required.

Physical Requirements:

• Able to be involved in degrees of prolonged standing, walking, sitting, bending, squatting, and stooping; as well as abilities of repeated bending, stooping, and squatting.
• Able to lift, push, and/or pull equipment, light to moderately heavy weight up to 20-30 pounds is a necessary function of this position.
• Able to perform duties during periods of varied and/or prolonged work hours.
• Will be exposed to all patient elements.
• Must be able to read, write, hear, and communicate effectively in the English language both orally and written.

Why work at HealthNet?

• Competitive Compensation
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plan
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
• Health Savings Account & Difference Card Available within certain medical plans
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance, AD&D
• Group Accident, Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity
• Domestic Partner Leave
• Wellness Programs
• 401k Match
• Paid Time Off accumulates at start of employment and available to use.
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral program

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

HealthNet is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.