Medical Assistant II-Orthopedics-Methodist

Indiana University Health System•Indianapolis, IN

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Join a collaborative clinic where you’ll gain experience across sports medicine and podiatry while working alongside a supportive, team-first group. This role involves a mix of direct patient care and administrative tasks, offering variety and opportunities for growth within Indiana's leading healthcare system. IU Health is committed to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care and improving community health.

Requirements

AHA Basic Life Support for healthcare workers certification required
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
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

Nice To Haves

Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies
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

Responsibilities

Room patients, prep visits, and support providers
Enter orders, manage messages, and handle clinic documentation
Balance hands-on care (3–4 days) with admin time (1–2 days)
Perform duties associated with direct patient care and clinical direction
Assure completeness of ordered procedures and treatments
Assure smooth patient flow
Perform general lab work
Instruct patients concerning procedures, treatments and needs
Ensure medical orders and referrals are carried out accurately and in a timely manner
Perform registration and scheduling activities per organizational and departmental procedures
Maintain EMR files and perform general front office functions as needed
May perform computerized physician order entry, only if directed by assigned physician
Precept current MA team members or MA Externs as requested by leadership