Medical Assistant II- Primary Care Landmark

IU Health; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; 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

Job summary

IU Health Bloomington Primary Care is seeking a dedicated Medical Assistant to support direct patient care and clinic operations. You will room patients, obtain vital signs, and perform point-of-care testing while coordinating with providers and the care team.

The role emphasizes strong communication, patient-focused care, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. External new grads are encouraged to apply and the MA ladder offers growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; Medical Assistant program preferred.
• Current CMA/RMA/CCMA/NCMA/CMAC certification required.
• AHA BLS for healthcare workers is required.
• Knowledge of OSHA, CLIA, and ADA.
• Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding.
• Strong communication and patient-focused approach.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment.
• Proficient in standard front-office tasks and EMR data entry.

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.
• Perform registrations and scheduling activities per procedures.
• Maintain EMR files and front-office functions.

Skills

Communication

Patient-focused

Team collaboration

Clinical efficiency

Ability to thrive

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant program

Tools

EMR systems

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

  • 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.