Medical Assistant II- Primary Care Landmark

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

Job summary

Indiana University Health's Bloomington Primary Care clinic is seeking a Medical Assistant to join a high-volume, team-oriented environment. You will room patients, take vitals, perform point-of-care testing, and manage calls and messages, ensuring smooth patient flow.

We welcome new graduates and MA Trainee graduates; the role offers opportunities for growth along the MA ladder. The team emphasizes patient-focused care and collaborative practice, with supportive leadership and a comprehensive

Qualifications

• AHA Basic Life Support certification required.
• Current CMA/RMA/CCMA/NCMA/CMAC certification.
• Knowledge of OSHA, CLIA, and ADA required.
• Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding required.
• 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.
• Knowledge of standard laboratory and medical procedures.
• Knowledge of insurance plans and third-party payers.
• Ability to master standard clinical competencies per current policy and checklists.
• Requires basic math and accurate data collection and entry skills.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and obtain vital signs
• Perform point-of-care testing
• Manage patient phone calls and provider message pools
• Support direct patient care and clinic operations
• Work collaboratively with providers and care team members

Skills

Communication skills

Patient-focused

Fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant program preferred

CMA/RMA/CCMA/NCMA/CMAC certification

Job description

Overview

Location: 550 S. Landmark Ave., Bloomington, IN 47403
Schedule: Full-time/40 hours per week, variable hours based on provider assignment
No weekend or holiday requirements
Join a fast-paced, tight-knit team at the largest Primary Care clinic in Indiana

What You’ll Do:

• Room patients and obtain vital signs
• Perform point-of-care testing
• Manage patient phone calls and provider message pools
• Support direct patient care and clinic operations
• Work collaboratively with providers and care team members

What We’re Looking For:

• MA I or MA II candidates welcome
• External new graduates encouraged to apply
• IU Health MA Trainee graduates encouraged to apply
• Strong communication skills and a patient-focused approach
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work in a high-volume, team-oriented Primary Care setting
• 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.