Medical Assistant II- Primary Care

Indiana University Health; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K) retirement savings withEmployer

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness

Employee Assistance Program

Healthy Results wellness program

Job summary

Indiana University Health in Bloomington seeks a Medical Assistant to room patients, obtain vital signs and histories, and manage patient messages in the EMR. You will perform registration, scheduling, and basic front-office tasks under supervision, ensuring timely care and accurate documentation.

The role requires a CMA/MA certification, BLS, and 0-2 years of experience. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with potential for growth in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; HS CT program completion allowed
• Requires 0-2 years of relevant experience
• New hires/promotions after Oct 12, 2026 require graduation from a Medical Assistant program
• Current certification in CMA/RMA/CCMA/NCMA/CMAC is required
• AHA BLS for healthcare workers certification is required; other life support may be required per unit

Responsibilities

• Room patients and prepare them for provider visits by obtaining vital signs and medical history.
• Manage patient messages in the EMR: communications, prescriptions, test results, referrals, and inquiries

Skills

EMR proficiency

Communication

Education

Medical Assistant certification (CMA/RMA/CCMA/NCMA/CMAC)

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Overview

Schedule

• Full-Time/Days:40 hours per week
• 40 hours, M-F: 645a-530p roughly

Location- 1520 S Liberty Drive, we will be moving later this year to 2100 Liberty Drive

Responsibilities

• Roomed patients and prepared them for provider visits by obtaining and documenting vital signs, medical history, medications, and chief complaints.
• Managed patient messages through the electronic medical record (EMR), including provider communications, prescription refill requests, test results, referrals, and patient inquiries.

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 EHR files and performs general front office functions as needed. May precept current MA team members or MA Externs as requested by leadership.

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required or completion of a High School sponsored CTE program and currently enrolled in High School. High School Diploma must be completed within 13 months from start date.
• Requires 0-2 years of relevant experience.
• New hires and promotions after October 12, 2026, require graduation from a Medical Assistant program.
• Requires a current certification in medical assisting from the 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).
• AHA Basic Life Support for healthcare workers certification is required. Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.
• Requires knowledge of OSHA, CLIA, and ADA.
• Requires knowledge of Business Unit Quality Programs and Standard Work Programs and concepts within 6 months of hire.
• Requires knowledge of standard laboratory and medical procedures.
• Requires knowledge of insurance plans and third-party payers.
• Requires the 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.
• Must be able to meet the technical and physical standards.
• Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding is preferred.

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.