Medical Assistant I- Urology

IU Health • Indianapolis, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the designated supervisor and assigned physician, the Medical Assistant performs duties associated with direct patient care and clinical direction in accordance with organizational standards. The role supports completion of ordered procedures and treatments, smooth patient flow, general laboratory work, patient instruction, and accurate, timely handling of medical orders and referrals. It also includes registration and scheduling activities, maintaining EHR files, and general front-office functions as needed. The Medical Assistant may precept current MA team members or MA externs at leadership’s request.

This position is in Urology at 535 Barnhill Drive, Suite 340, Indianapolis, Indiana. The schedule is full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Responsibilities include assisting with urology procedures such as cystoscopies and prostate biopsies; preparing procedure rooms, equipment, and supplies; rooming patients and obtaining and documenting vital signs, histories, medications, and allergies; preparing charts and reviewing records before visits; assisting providers during procedures; educating patients before and after treatment; and cleaning, disinfecting, and restocking procedure rooms.

Indiana University Health describes itself as Indiana’s most comprehensive health system, with 15 hospitals and nearly 40,000 team members. The organization highlights opportunities for clinical training, leadership development, promotion, and cross-training.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, or completion of a high-school-sponsored CTE program while currently enrolled in high school; a diploma must be completed within 13 months of the start date.
• 0–2 years of relevant experience.
• AHA Basic Life Support certification for healthcare workers; other advanced life-support certifications may be required according to unit or department specialty and patient-care policies.
• Knowledge of OSHA, CLIA, and ADA.
• Knowledge of standard laboratory and medical procedures.
• Knowledge of insurance plans and third-party payers.
• Ability to master standard clinical competencies under current clinical policy, Point of Care, and Skills Competency checklists.
• Basic math skills and accurate data collection and entry skills.
• Ability to meet the technical and physical standards.
• For new hires and promotions after October 12, 2026, graduation from a Medical Assistant program is required.
• Knowledge of Business Unit Quality Programs and Standard Work Programs and concepts within six months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding.

Responsibilities

• Assist with urology procedures, including cystoscopies and prostate biopsies.
• Prepare procedure rooms, equipment, and supplies before procedures.
• Room patients and obtain and document vital signs, medical histories, medications, and allergies.
• Prepare charts and review records before visits to ensure provider readiness.
• Assist providers during procedures and educate patients before and after treatment.
• Clean, disinfect, and restock procedure rooms after procedures.
• Support direct patient care and clinical direction in accordance with organizational standards.
• Ensure ordered procedures and treatments are complete and support smooth patient flow.
• Perform general laboratory work and instruct patients about procedures, treatments, and care needs.
• Ensure medical orders and referrals are carried out accurately and in a timely manner.
• Perform registration and scheduling activities according to organizational and departmental procedures.
• Maintain EHR files and perform general front-office functions as needed.
• May precept current Medical Assistant team members or Medical Assistant externs at leadership’s request.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings with employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Student loan forgiveness through a government program for qualifying participants who meet applicable requirements.
• Employee Assistance Program with counseling at no cost.
• Healthy Results wellness programs, with participation points contributing toward a biweekly financial incentive.
• Access to advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities, and cross-training development.

What This Job Offers

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