Medical Assistant II- Podiatry

IU Health; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness incentive program

Job summary

IU Health Bloomington is seeking a Medical Assistant to support patient care in our clinic. Under the supervision of a physician, you will register patients, document medical histories, prepare examinations, and assist with procedures.

Requirements include a high school diploma, Medical Assistant program preferred, and current CMA/RMA/CCMA/NCMA/CMAC certification. BLS is required; knowledge of ICD-10/CPT and EMR systems is a plus.

Qualifications

• AHA Basic Life Support for healthcare workers certification required.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required; graduation from a Medical Assistant program is preferred.
• Current certification in medical assisting from CMA/RMA/CCMA/NCMA/CMAC.
• Knowledge of OSHA, CLIA, and ADA.
• Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding.
• TB validated or validation within 6 months of hire preferred.
• Knowledge of Business Unit Quality Programs, Meaningful Use 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 policy and checklists.
• Requires basic math and accurate data collection/entry skills.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and prepare them for provider examinations.
• Obtain and document vital signs, medical history, and chief complaints.
• Assist with patient discharges and post-visit instructions.
• Support providers during patient visits and clinical procedures.
• Coordinate patient flow to ensure efficient clinic operations.

Skills

Medical assisting

EMR proficiency

Vital signs

Clinical coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant program preferred

Tools

EMR/EHR software

Job description

Overview

Schedule

• Full-Time/Days: 40 hours per week
• M-F: 7:45 am-4:45 pm

Location: 550 S Landmark Ave Bloomington Indiana

Requirements

• Previous Healthcare experience is required
• Travel twice monthly will be required to Nashville, Indiana.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and prepare them for provider examinations.
• Obtain and document vital signs, medical history, and chief complaints.
• Assisting with patient discharges and post-visit instructions.
• Supporting providers during patient visits and clinical procedures.
• Coordinating patient flow to ensure efficient clinic operations.

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 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.