Medical Assistant II- Primary Care

Indiana University Health; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness eligibility

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Healthy Results Wellness Program with

Job summary

Indiana University Health in Bloomington is seeking a Medical Assistant to support daily patient care and clinic operations. You will room patients, take vital signs, and manage patient communications under supervision.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with medical assisting certification preferred. Knowledge of EMR systems and coding procedures is beneficial. We offer growth opportunities within the MA ladder and a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduation from a Medical Assistant program preferred.
• Current CMA/RMA/CCMA/NCMA/CMAC certification options may be required.
• Knowledge of OSHA, CLIA, ADA.
• Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding.
• TB test validation within 6 months preferred.
• Familiarity with Meaningful Use and Standard Work concepts.

Responsibilities

• Rooming patients and obtaining vital signs.
• Managing and responding to patient/provider messages.
• Supporting clinic workflow and patient care coordination.
• Assisting providers with daily clinical operations.

Skills

Vital signs & triage

Patient communication

Clinical workflow support

Office/clinic operations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant program (preferred)

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

• Location: 1520 S Liberty Drive, Bloomington, IN,47403
• Schedule: Full-time/40 hours per week
• Mon-Fri:645a-530p roughly

Overview

• Location: 1520 S Liberty Drive, Bloomington, IN,47403
• Schedule: Full-time/40 hours per week
• Mon-Fri:645a-530p roughly

What You'll Do:

• Rooming patients and obtaining vital signs
• Managing and responding to patient/provider messages
• Supporting clinic workflow and patient care coordination
• Assisting providers with daily clinical operations

Why Join Us?

• Career advancement opportunities through the Medical Assistant career ladder (MA I MA II MA III)
• Supportive environment with exposure to a wide variety of patient care experiences

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan forgiveness eligibility
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Healthy Results Wellness Program with bi-weekly incentives

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.