Medical Assistant II - Orthopedics Methodist

IU Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off and paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness programs and employeeDiscount

Job summary

IU Health in Indianapolis is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant for a fast-paced orthopedic clinic. You will play a hands-on role in rooming patients, supporting clinic flow, wound care, splint and dressing changes, and assisting providers with patient care and treatment plans.

The schedule is Monday–Friday with no weekends or holidays. Applicants must have CMA certification, graduation from a Medical Assistant program, and strong multitasking, with comprehensive benefits offered by IU Health.

Qualifications

• AHA Basic Life Support certification required.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduation from a Medical Assistant program required.
• Current certification in medical assisting (CMA/RMA/CCMA/NCMA/CMAC) required.
• Knowledge of OSHA, CLIA, and ADA required.
• Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding required.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and support clinic flow.
• Perform orthopedic clinical tasks including wound care, splint removal, and dressing changes.
• Assist providers with patient care and treatment plans.
• Deliver excellent patient care in a fast-paced specialty clinic.

Skills

Self-starter

multitasking

organization

team-oriented

Education

Graduation from a Medical Assistant program

Job description

Overview

Why Join Our Team?

• Join a growing Orthopedic specialty practice where you'll play a hands-on role in helping patients recover and return to their daily activities.
• Gain experience with orthopedic procedures including suture removal, staple removal, splint removal, wound care, and dressing changes.
• Be part of an evolving clinic environment where continuous learning, adaptability, and professional growth are encouraged.
• Enjoy a Monday-Friday schedule with no weekends or holidays.
• Location: 1801 N Senate Suite 535
• Hours: 7:30am-4:00pm
• Certification Required
• 1-2 years of previous MA experience required

What You'll Do

• Room patients and support clinic flow.
• Perform orthopedic clinical tasks including wound care, splint removal, and dressing changes.
• Assist providers with patient care and treatment plans.
• Deliver excellent patient care in a fast-paced specialty clinic.

What We're Looking For

• Certified Medical Assistant
• 1-2 years of Medical Assistant experience preferred.
• Self-starter who takes initiative and embraces change.
• Strong multitasking and organizational skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Team-oriented with a commitment to exceptional patient care.

Benefits Designed for You

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness programs and employee discounts
• Career growth opportunities within IU Health

About the Team

• Fast-paced Orthopedic specialty clinic.
• Hands-on patient care role with approximately 95% direct patient interaction.
• Supportive team environment focused on growth, adaptability, and delivering exceptional patient care.

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.