Medical Assistant I- Primary Care

Indiana University Health; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness eligibility

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Healthy Results Wellness Program with

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking a Medical Assistant for our Indianapolis-area Primary Care setting. The role supports direct patient care, pre-visit tasks, and efficient clinic operations in a high-volume practice.

You will work under supervision to ensure smooth patient flow and accurate documentation in the EMR. Requirements include a high school diploma (or equivalent) and graduation from a Medical Assistant program, plus BLS certification and knowledge of ICD-10/CPT coding.

Qualifications

• AHA Basic Life Support for healthcare workers certification required.
• OSHA, CLIA, and ADA knowledge.
• TB validated or validation within 6 months of hire.
• Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding.
• Understanding of standard lab procedures and patient data entry.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and obtain vital signs.
• Perform point-of-care testing.
• Manage patient phone calls and provider message pools.
• Support direct patient care and clinic operations.
• Work collaboratively with providers and care team members.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant program graduation

Job description

• Location: 550 S. Landmark Ave., Bloomington, IN 47403
• Schedule: Full-time/40 hours per week, variable hours based on provider assignment
• Join a fast-paced, tight-knit team at the largest Primary Care clinic in Indiana

Overview

• Location: 550 S. Landmark Ave., Bloomington, IN 47403
• Schedule: Full-time/40 hours per week, variable hours based on provider assignment
• No weekend or holiday requirements
• Join a fast-paced, tight-knit team at the largest Primary Care clinic in Indiana

What You'll Do:

• Room patients and obtain vital signs
• Perform point-of-care testing
• Manage patient phone calls and provider message pools
• Support direct patient care and clinic operations
• Work collaboratively with providers and care team members

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work in a high-volume, team-oriented Primary Care setting
• Career advancement opportunities through the Medical Assistant career ladder (MA I → MA II → MA III)
• Supportive environment with exposure to a wide variety of patient care experiences

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan forgiveness eligibility
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Healthy Results Wellness Program with bi‑weekly incentives

Under the supervision of the designated supervisor and assigned physician, performs duties associated with direct patient care and clinical direction to provide patient care given in accordance with the organization standards. Assures completeness of ordered procedures and treatments, assures smooth patient flow, performs general lab work, instructs patients concerning procedures, treatments and needs, and ensures medical orders and referrals are carried out accurately and in a timely manner. Performs registration and scheduling activities per organizational and departmental procedures. Maintains EMR files and performs general front office functions as needed. May perform computerized physician order entry, only if directed by assigned physician. May precept current MA team members or MA Externs as requested by leadership.

• AHA Basic Life Support for healthcare workers certification required. Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• New hires and promotions after October 5th, 2025, will require graduation from a Medical Assistant program. Knowledge of OSHA, CLIA, and ADA required.
• TB validated (to administer or read) or validation obtained within 6 months of hire may be required.
• Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding preferred.
• Knowledge of Business Unit Quality Programs, Meaningful Use and Standard Work Programs and concepts within 6 months of hire.
• Knowledge of standard laboratory and medical procedures. Knowledge of insurance plans and third-party payers.
• Ability to master standard clinical competencies per current Clinical policy, Point of Care and Skills Competency checklists.
• Requires basic math and accurate data collection and entry skills.

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.