Medical Assistant II- OP Infusion

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness program rewards

Job summary

Indiana University Health in Carmel, IN is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to support patient care in a fast-paced clinic. Under supervision, you will perform direct patient care tasks, check in patients, collect vitals, and prepare procedures to ensure smooth workflow and accurate documentation.

The ideal candidate has a Medical Assistant program, BLS, and certification (CMA/CCMA/NCMA/CMAC) with knowledge of EMR systems and insurance basics.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; Medical Assistant program preferred.
• Current CMA/CCMA/RMA/NCMA/CMAC certification preferred.
• BLS certification required.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and insurance processes.
• Ability to perform basic clinical tasks under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Check in patients and verify demographic and insurance information.
• Obtain and document vital signs including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and weight.
• Assist providers with patient care and clinical procedures.
• Prepare and administer injections under provider direction following established protocols.
• Schedule patient appointments and coordinate follow-up visits.
• Document patient information accurately in the EMR.
• Provide patient education and instructions as directed by the provider.
• Support efficient clinic workflow while delivering high-quality patient care.

Skills

Patient check-in

Vital signs

EMR data entry

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant program completed

Tools

EMR systems (Epic)

Job description

Schedule

• Full-Time/Days: 40 hours per week
• 7:00 am-3:00 pm
• Location: 201 Pennsylvania Pkwy, Carmel, IN 46280

Responsibilities

• Check in patients and verify demographic and insurance information.
• Obtain and document vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and weight.
• Assist providers with patient care and clinical procedures.
• Prepare and administer injections under provider direction, following established protocols.
• Schedule patient appointments and coordinate follow-up visits.
• Document patient information accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Provide patient education and instructions as directed by the provider.
• Support efficient clinic workflow while delivering high-quality patient care.

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, 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.