CMA I

Axia Women's Health • Indianapolis, IN

3d • $18 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

Axia Women’s Health is recruiting a full-time Certified Medical Assistant I for its OGI South location in Indianapolis, Indiana. This on-site role supports physicians, providers, and nurses in delivering high-quality patient care according to Axia Women’s Health patient protocols and care center physician guidance. The Certified Medical Assistant engages with patients, assists with clinical care, records important patient information, and provides information about clinical services.

The schedule is 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. The role includes patient intake and rooming, clinical measurements, assisting with examinations and procedures, medication administration, specimen collection, blood draws, order entry, room and instrument preparation, patient education, scheduling, and maintaining patient safety and regulatory compliance. After successful completion of competency skills training, the employee may assist with office-based surgical procedures. The position also requires collaboration with the care team and participation in meetings and quality improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current national Medical Assistant certification, such as CMA, RMA, NCMA, or CCMA.
• CPR certification is required if performing office-based surgeries.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Compassionate and empathetic approach to patients.
• Time-management skills and ability to prioritize tasks and patients simultaneously.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Adaptability and willingness to adjust to changing priorities and conditions.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficiency using electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule and provide coverage at satellite locations, where applicable, as needed.

Nice To Haves

• OB/GYN or women’s health experience.
• eClinicalWorks (EMR) experience.

Responsibilities

• Greet and acknowledge patients professionally and courteously.
• Escort patients to examination rooms and help ensure their comfort.
• Prepare patients for examinations and complete comprehensive clinical intake.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records.
• Measure and document blood pressure, height, weight, and temperature accurately.
• Use appropriate chaperone technique and documentation.
• Assist with examinations and routine office-based procedures, including colposcopy, IUD insertions, and endometrial biopsies.
• Administer medications and injections as ordered by providers.
• Collect and prepare laboratory specimens.
• Perform CLIA-waived tests according to Axia and care center protocols.
• Perform blood draws.
• Enter and send medication and test orders per provider instructions using computerized physician order entry.
• Clean, disinfect, and sterilize medical instruments, and keep examination rooms clean and stocked.
• Provide information regarding procedures, medications, and follow-up care.
• Respond to patient inquiries in person and by phone.
• Assist with scheduling appointments and follow-up visits.
• Understand how to appropriately perform Nonstress Tests (NST).
• Ensure patient safety in clinical settings.
• Collaborate with physicians, providers, nurses, and other staff to support efficient practice operations.
• After successful completion of competency skills training, assist with office-based surgical procedures, including preparing procedure rooms, ensuring equipment availability, supporting providers during procedures, and assisting with post-surgical processes such as disinfection.
• Safely assist patients with mobility, including transfers between examination rooms and treatment areas.
• Comply with standard operating procedures and policies, including HIPAA and OSHA requirements.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to quality improvement initiatives.
• Follow practice policies, procedures, and protocols, and demonstrate the organization’s mission, vision, values, ethical standards, integrity, and professionalism.
• Help create a positive work environment aligned with the organization’s goals.

Benefits

• Eligibility for full-time benefits, with benefits beginning the first of the month after starting.
• Choice of multiple medical insurance plans.
• Optional dental, vision, supplemental life insurance, FSA, HSA, identity theft, long-term care, pet insurance, and other insurance options.
• 401(k) matching.
• Generous paid time off, with additional time off for volunteering.
• Access to Axia providers at little to no cost through Axia’s medical insurance.
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability.
• Free counseling for colleagues and family members, including parents and parents-in-law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED