Medical Assistant II-Primary Care-Methodist

IU Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization seeks a full-time Medical Assistant to provide direct patient care and perform various administrative tasks. This role requires relevant certifications and the ability to maintain medical standards. The position follows a structured work schedule and offers a supportive environment.

Benefits

No weekends

No observed holidays

Qualifications

• High school diploma and Medical Assistant program completion required.
• Current certification in medical assisting from recognized organizations is required.
• Knowledge of medical standards and coding required.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care and clinical direction.
• Maintains EMR files and supports front office functions.
• Instructs patients on procedures and treatments.

Skills

Knowledge of ICD-10

Knowledge of CPT coding

Basic math skills

Accurate data collection skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduation from a Medical Assistant program

Current certification in medical assisting

Job description

Overview

• Full-time/Days
• Scheduled Hours for this position: M-F, 8-5 or nine hours shifts with half day on Wednesday. M, T, R, F 7:30-5:30 W, 0730-1130
• No weekends/No IUH observed holidays
• Non- certified candidates welcome to apply to be considered for a MA I position
• Physical Location/Address of Clinic: 1040 Wishard Blvd, 46202

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 required.
• 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.