Medical Assistant II - Podiatry

Indiana University Health; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking a Medical Assistant to support direct patient care and clinical operations in a full-time role. You will work under supervision, manage registrations and scheduling, and help ensure accurate documentation and timely referrals.

The position requires CMA/RMA/CCMA/NCMA/CMAC certifications or active enrollment, OSHA/CLIA knowledge, and proficiency with ICD-10/CPT coding. A Medical Assistant program is preferred and BLS for healthcare workers is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; MA program preferred.
• Certified medical assistant credentials welcomed (CMA/RMA/CCMA/NCMA/CMAC).
• Knowledge of OSHA, CLIA and ADA applicable to clinical duties.
• Familiarity with ICD-10 and CPT coding for documentation.
• Basic math and accurate data entry skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and clinical direction per organization standards.
• Register, schedule, and maintain EMR files; ensure timely order processing.
• Instruct patients on procedures and care needs; coordinate referrals.
• Support front office tasks and precept MA team members or externs as needed.

Skills

BLS certification

ICD-10/CPT coding knowledge

OSHA/CLIA/ADA knowledge

TB testing/validation

Data entry/computer skills

Clinical competency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant program preferred

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

Overview

Position Details

Status: Full-Time

Schedule: Monday–Friday

Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Weekends: None

Holidays: None

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

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.