Medical Assistant II- Dermatology

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K retirement savings with employer-

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness - Government

Employee Assistance Program – Counsel

Healthy Results program

Job summary

Indiana University Health in Indianapolis is seeking a Medical Assistant to provide direct patient care and front-office support under supervision. You will room patients, prepare them for visits, review charts, and document vital signs, histories, medications and allergies to ensure accurate provider information.

Responsibilities include completing back-office tasks, scheduling, and maintaining EHR records, with opportunities to precept MA team members.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required within 13 months from start date.
• 0-2 years of relevant experience.
• Graduation from a Medical Assistant program required for new hires and promotions after October 12, 2026.
• Current certification in CMA, RMA, CCMA, NCMA, or CMAC.
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Knowledge of OSHA, CLIA, and ADA.
• Knowledge of Business Unit Quality Programs and Standard Work Programs 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.
• Basic math and accurate data collection and entry skills.
• Must meet the technical and physical standards.
• Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and prepare them for provider visits.
• Review charts and complete pre-visit chart preparation to ensure all necessary information is available for the provider.
• Obtain and document vital signs, medical histories, medications, and allergies.
• Complete back-office responsibilities, including patient follow-up, referral coordination, message management, documentation, and general clinical support tasks.

Skills

Data entry

ICD-10 and CPT coding

OSHA/CLIA/ADA knowledge

Basic math

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduation from Medical Assistant program

Medical Assistant certification (CMA/RMA/CCMA/NCMA/CMAC)

AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

• Schedule: Days, M-F, 8:30-5:00, some closing shifts (close at 5:30)

Schedule

• Full-Time/Days: 40 hours per week
• Schedule: Days, M-F, 8:30-5:00, some closing shifts (close at 5:30)

Location- University Hospital

Responsibilities

• Room patients and prepare them for provider visits.
• Review charts and complete pre-visit chart preparation to ensure all necessary information is available for the provider.
• Obtain and document vital signs, medical histories, medications, and allergies.
• Complete back-office responsibilities, including patient follow-up, referral coordination, message management, documentation, and general clinical support tasks.

Rewards

• 401(K) retirement savings with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan forgiveness - Government program that may allow qualifying participants to have the remainder of their student loan balance forgiven (after a set amount of time and specific qualifications have been met).
• Employee Assistance Program – Counseling at no cost to you
• Healthy Results - Participation in our team member wellness programs award points that contribute toward a biweekly financial incentive in your paycheck! The more you participate, the more you earn!

Description

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 EHR files and performs general front office functions as needed. May precept current MA team members or MA Externs as requested by leadership.

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required or completion of a High School sponsored CTE program and currently enrolled in High School. High School Diploma must be completed within 13 months from start date.
• Requires 0-2 years of relevant experience.
• New hires and promotions after October 12, 2026, require graduation from a Medical Assistant program.
• Requires a current certification in medical assisting from the America Association of Medical Assistants (CMA), American Medical Technologists (RMA), National Health Career Association (CCMA), National Center for competency Testing (NCMA), and/or American Medical Certification Association (CMAC).
• AHA Basic Life Support for healthcare workers certification is required. Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.
• Requires knowledge of OSHA, CLIA, and ADA.
• Requires knowledge of Business Unit Quality Programs and Standard Work Programs and concepts within 6 months of hire.
• Requires knowledge of standard laboratory and medical procedures.
• Requires knowledge of insurance plans and third-party payers.
• Requires the 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.
• Must be able to meet the technical and physical standards.
• Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding is preferred.

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.