Medical Assistant II- Primary Care

IU Health; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; 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

IU Health in Bloomington, IN is seeking a Medical Assistant to support direct patient care and clinical operations under supervision. You will room patients, obtain vitals, and handle messages while aiding in front office tasks and documentation.

The role emphasizes EMR management, adherence to safety standards, and collaboration with the care team to ensure timely and accurate patient care. A MA certification and BLS are required.

Qualifications

• AHA BLS certification required; other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department policy.
• Current certification in medical assisting from CMA/AMT/NCMA/CCMA/CMAC as listed.
• Knowledge of OSHA, CLIA, and ADA.
• Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding.
• High school diploma or equivalent; MA program preferred; certification strong advantage.

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.
• Maintains EMR files and performs front office functions as needed.

Skills

AHA Basic Life Support (BLS)

ICD-10 & CPT coding

OSHA/CLIA/ADA knowledge

Data entry & math skills

Patient care coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant program completion

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

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

• Benefits Designed for You
• 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.