Medical Assistant II-OBGYN

IU Health • Bloomington, IN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the designated supervisor and assigned physician, the Medical Assistant II 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, and patient instruction concerning procedures, treatments, and care needs. It ensures medical orders and referrals are completed accurately and promptly.

The position also performs registration and scheduling activities according to organizational and departmental procedures, maintains EMR files, and performs general front-office functions as needed. Computerized physician order entry may be performed only when directed by the assigned physician. The Medical Assistant II may be asked by leadership to precept current medical assistant team members or externs.

The schedule is full-time, days, Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., four days per week. The position is located at 2651 E Discovery Parkway, Bloomington, Indiana 47408.

Requirements

• AHA Basic Life Support certification for healthcare workers is required; additional advanced life support certifications may be required depending on unit or department specialty and patient care policies.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Current medical assisting certification is required from the American 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 is required.
• Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding is required.
• 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 are required.
• Knowledge of Business Unit Quality Programs, Meaningful Use, and Standard Work Programs and concepts within six months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Graduation from a Medical Assistant program is preferred.
• TB validation to administer or read, or obtaining validation within six months of hire, is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and prepare examination rooms.
• Obtain patient vital signs.
• Prepare charts.
• Assist with procedures.
• Draw laboratory samples.
• Support direct patient care and clinical direction under the designated supervisor and assigned physician.
• Ensure ordered procedures and treatments are complete and patient flow is smooth.
• 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 according to organizational and departmental procedures.
• Maintain EMR files and perform general front-office functions as needed.
• Perform computerized physician order entry only when directed by the assigned physician.
• Precept current medical assistant team members or medical assistant externs when requested by leadership.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings with employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Student loan forgiveness through a government program for qualifying participants who meet applicable time and qualification requirements.
• Employee Assistance Program offering counseling at no cost.
• Healthy Results wellness programs, with participation points contributing toward a biweekly financial incentive.

What This Job Offers

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