Medical Assistant II-Orthopedics-Avon

Indiana University Health System; Avon (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K) employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness program with incentives

Onsite parking

Job summary

Indiana University Health System is hiring a Medical Assistant for our orthopedic clinic in Avon. The role is full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with no weekends.

You will room patients, prepare exam rooms, assist with sutures and casts, and support provider procedures while handling documentation and front office duties. The environment emphasizes teamwork, fast-paced learning, and opportunities for career growth through a MA ladder, with strong emphasis on patient care and

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program with hands-on externship.
• Friendly and positive attitude.
• Strong teamwork mindset.
• Willingness to jump in and help wherever needed.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• AHA Basic Life Support certification required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduation from Medical Assistant program required.
• Current CMA/RMA/CCMA/NCMA/CMAC certification required.

Responsibilities

• Room patients (approx. 60% of role).
• Prepare patients and exam rooms for visits.
• Assist with suture and staple removals.
• Apply and remove casts and splints.
• Prepare for provider procedures.
• Complete documentation and administrative tasks (approx. 40%).
• Support team to ensure smooth clinic operations.
• Maintain EMR files and front office responsibilities.

Skills

Friendly attitude

Teamwork

Willingness to help

Fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

MA program graduation

Hands-on externship

Tools

EMR familiarity

Job description

• Medical Assistant (Full-Time) | Orthopedic Clinic
• Location: 1115 N. Ronald Reagan Parkway, Suite 148, Avon, IN 46123
• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM
• Full-time/Days
• No weekends/No IUH observed holidays

Why Join Our Team?

• Work in a fast-paced orthopedic practice with hands-on learning opportunities.
• Gain experience with:
  • Suture removal
  • Staple removal
  • Casting and splinting
  • Assisting with provider procedures
• Supportive, team-oriented environment.
• Onsite parking available.
• Career growth opportunities through the Medical Assistant Career Ladder (MA I to MA III).
• Benefits Designed for You
• 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!

What You'll Do

• Room patients (approximately 60% of the role).
• Prepare patients and exam rooms for clinic visits.
• Assist with suture and staple removals.
• Apply and remove casts and splints.
• Prepare for provider procedures.
• Complete documentation and administrative tasks (approximately 40% of the role).
• Support team members as needed to ensure smooth clinic operations.

What We're Looking For

• Graduate of a Medical Assistant program with a completed hands‑on externship.
• Friendly and positive attitude.
• Strong teamwork mindset.
• Willingness to jump in and help wherever needed.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment.

Team Environment

• Collaborative team consisting of 5 Medical Assistants in the clinic and 3 Medical Assistants serving in administrative support roles.
• High-volume orthopedic practice where teamwork and flexibility are essential.

Hiring Process

• First-round: 45-minute virtual interview.
• Final step: In-person peer interview and clinic shadow experience.

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 required.
• 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.