Medical Assistant II - Primary Care Carmel

Indiana University Health System•Carmel, IN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Join a busy and growing Internal Medicine practice at IU North Medical Office Building in Carmel. This full-time opportunity is ideal for an experienced Medical Assistant who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and being part of a collaborative team. Our clinic is known for its strong team culture, consistent workflow, and low turnover. 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

Certified Medical Assistant with at least 1 year of experience preferred
Non-certified candidates must have at least 3 years of Medical Assistant experience
Previous experience in a busy outpatient clinic setting preferred
Strong communication and customer service skills
Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced environment
Team-oriented mindset with a commitment to providing excellent patient care
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

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 and complete patient intake
Obtain and document vital signs
Administer vaccines
Perform EKGs
Complete prior authorizations
Manage patient messages
Scan and upload patient documentation
Support daily administrative and clinical workflows
Assures completeness of ordered procedures and treatments
Assures smooth patient flow
Performs general lab work
Instructs patients concerning procedures, treatments and needs
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
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