Medical Assistant II - Multi-Specialty Clinic

Indiana University Health • Indianapolis, IN

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About The Position

This position will support a Multi-Specialty office including Endocrinology, Rheumatology, Pulmonary, Infectious Disease, Interventional Radiology and Nephrology. 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.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Graduation from a Medical Assistant program preferred
• Current certification in medical assisting required from recognized associations
• AHA Basic Life Support for healthcare workers certification required
• 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

Responsibilities

• Greet patients and collect medical histories
• Perform medicine reconciliation and vital signs
• Assist with procedures and collect/prepare lab specimens
• Perform AccuCheks, A1c’s and Urine Spin testing
• Administer injections
• Request and import medical records, transcribe outside labs into the patient EMR
• Call patients with normal results and reminders to obtain labs/testing
• Ensure completeness of ordered procedures and treatments
• Maintain smooth patient flow
• Perform general lab work
• Instruct patients concerning procedures, treatments and needs
• Ensure medical orders and referrals are carried out accurately and timely
• Perform registration and scheduling activities
• Maintain EMR files
• Perform general front office functions as needed
• Precept current MA team members or MA Externs as requested by leadership

Benefits

• 401(K) retirement savings with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan forgiveness program
• Employee Assistance Program – Counseling at no cost
• Participation in team member wellness programs with financial incentives

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees