Medical Assistant II-Family Medicine-Methodist Medical Plaza South NEW

Medical Assistant II-Family Medicine-Methodist Medical Plaza South

Job Description

Overview

Join a highly engaged primary care team focused on delivering exceptional patient care and a positive patient experience. This fast-paced, high-volume clinic is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant to support providers through direct patient care, care coordination, and clinic operations.

Position Highlights

• Full-time, 1.0 FTE
• Four 10-hour shifts per week
• Monday-Friday schedule
• Hours between 6:30 AM and 5:00 PM
• No weekends, holidays, or travel required
• Located at 8820 S. Meridian Street, Suite 120, Indianapolis

Key Responsibilities

• Room patients and obtain vital signs
• Perform point-of-care testing
• Manage patient messages
• Coordinate patient care
• Process referrals and prior authorizations
• Support daily clinic workflow in a high-volume primary care setting

Qualifications

• Certified Medical Assistant required
• 1-2 years of Medical Assistant experience preferred
• Primary care experience preferred
• Ability to adapt quickly, remain flexible, and work collaboratively within a team environment

Benefits Designed for You

• 401(k) with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan forgiveness eligibility
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Healthy Results Wellness Program
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off and more

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.