Medical Assistant II-Primary Care West

Indiana University Health; Avon (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; 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

Indiana University Health in Avon, IN is seeking a Medical Assistant I to support patient care under supervision. You will perform direct patient care tasks, room patients, collect specimens, and assist with vaccines, tests, and administrative duties.

The role emphasizes accurate data entry, EMR documentation, scheduling, and coordination with the care team to ensure smooth patient flow. A CMA/RMA/CCMA or equivalent certification is preferred and on-site work is required.

Qualifications

• AHA Basic Life Support certification required.
• High school diploma or equivalent; graduation from a Medical Assistant program required.
• Current CMA/RMA/CCMA/NCMA/CMAC certification.
• Knowledge of OSHA, CLIA, and ADA.
• Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding.
• TB validated or obtained within 6 months of hire preferred.
• Knowledge of Quality Programs and Meaningful Use 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 policy.
• Requires basic math and accurate data collection and entry skills.

Responsibilities

• Room patients, perform point-of-care testing, and assist with vaccines.
• Handle prior authorizations, paperwork, and pool messages.
• Register and schedule activities; maintain EMR files.
• Front desk tasks as needed and coordinate patient flow with staff.

Skills

Medical assisting

Patient care

EMR access

Front desk duties

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical Assistant program graduation

Tools

EMR software

CPT/ICD-10 knowledge

Job description

Why IU Health?

• 401(k) with employer match
• Student loan forgiveness eligibility
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Healthy Results Wellness Program with bi‑weekly financial incentives
• Full-time /Days/40 hours per week
• Location: 1351 North Ronald Reagan Parkway Avon, In 46123
• Non-certified candidates welcome to apply to be considered for a MA I position
• Key daily tasks for this role: rooming patients, point of care testing, administering vaccines, working prior authorizations, paperwork, and pool messages.

Overview

Join Indiana's leading healthcare system committed to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care. We offer opportunities for professional development, a collaborative team environment, and a focus on improving community health.

Why IU Health?

• 401(k) with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan forgiveness eligibility
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Healthy Results Wellness Program with bi‑weekly financial incentives
• Full-time /Days/40 hours per week
• Location: 1351 North Ronald Reagan Parkway Avon, In 46123
• Non-certified candidates welcome to apply to be considered for a MA I position
• Key daily tasks for this role: rooming patients, point of care testing, administering vaccines, working prior authorizations, paperwork, and pool messages.

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.

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.