Medical Assistant II - Neurosurgery

Indiana University Health; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; 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 compassionate individuals to join a clinic team in Fort Wayne, IN. You will room patients, assist providers, and handle clinical and administrative duties with Cerner-based workflows.

Required: high school diploma or equivalent; Medical Assistant program preferred; BLS and relevant certifications may be required by unit. Benefits include retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; Medical Assistant program preferred.
• Certification in CMA/RMA/CCMA/NCMA/CMAC preferred.
• Knowledge of OSHA, CLIA, and ADA.
• Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding.
• Ability to perform basic math and accurate data entry.
• EMR/front office duties, scheduling, and patient flow.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and support providers during clinic visits.
• Manage patient messages, paperwork, and prior authorizations.
• Assist with both clinical and administrative duties.
• Rooming patients and completing intake.
• Assisting providers with patient care.
• Documenting in Cerner.
• Phlebotomy and point-of-care testing.
• Managing patient messages and processing prior authorizations.
• Scanning and maintaining medical records.
• Preparing exam rooms and supporting clinic workflow.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication

Willingness to learn

Phlebotomy

Point-of-care testing

Prior authorization

Cerner

Education

Medical Assistant program

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cerner

Job description

Overview

We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, serve with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day.

Location

7956 W Jefferson Blvd Suite 200, Fort Wayne, IN 46804

Schedule

• Monday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
• Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
• Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
• Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
• Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

What We're Looking For

• Dependable and reliable team players
• Positive attitude and strong communication skills
• Experience with Cerner preferred
• Phlebotomy, point-of-care testing, and prior authorization experience preferred
• Willingness to learn and support teammates

Typical Responsibilities

• Room patients and support providers during clinic visits
• Manage patient messages, paperwork, and prior authorizations
• Assist with both clinical and administrative duties
• Rooming patients and completing intake
• Assisting providers with patient care
• Documenting in Cerner
• Phlebotomy and point-of-care testing
• Managing patient messages
• Processing prior authorizations
• Scanning and maintaining medical records
• Preparing exam rooms and supporting clinic workflow

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. Expected to 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. Graduation from a Medical Assistant program preferred.
• Current certification in medical assisting required from 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).
• Knowledge of OSHA, CLIA, and ADA required.
• Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding required.
• TB validated (to administer or read) or validation obtained within 6 months of hire 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.