Medical Assistant - Float Position

HealthNet; Center (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving community health as a Medical Assistant. In this dynamic role, you will provide essential patient care services, assist with examinations, and ensure a welcoming environment for patients. Your contributions will directly impact the lives of individuals seeking quality health services. This is an opportunity to work in a supportive team atmosphere while floating between various health center locations. If you're passionate about healthcare and making a difference, this role offers a fulfilling career path with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plan

Short-Term & Long-Term Disability

401k Match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Employee Referral Program

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• Requires Basic Life Support certification within one month of hire.
• Completion of high school diploma or GED is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care services as directed by physicians.
• Collect patient information and assist with examination procedures.

Skills

Multitasking

Teamwork

Data Entry

Basic Math Skills

Cultural Diversity Appreciation

Confidentiality

Flexible Attitude

Reliable Transportation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Accredited Medical Assistant Program

Tools

Basic Life Support Certification

ICD-9 and CPT Coding Knowledge

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.

Position will float to the following locations:

• Barrington Health Center - 3401 East Raymond St. Indianapolis, IN 46203
• Downtown Health Center - 1801 North Senate Blvd., Suite 310, Indianapolis, IN 46202
• Martindale Brightwood Health Center - 2855 N Keystone Avenue, Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN 46218
• Northeast Health Center - 3908 Meadows Drive, Indianapolis, IN 46205
• People's Health Center - 2340 East 10th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46201
• Southeast Health Center - 901 Shelby St, Indianapolis, IN 46203
• Southwest Health Center - 1522 W Morris Street, Indianapolis, IN 46221
• Speedway Health Center - 6020 Crawfordsville Road, Suite 102, Indianapolis, IN 46224

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.
• Monday-Friday, 1st shift.

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.