Medical Assistant II-Riley Pediatrics Primary Care

IU Health•Indianapolis, IN

8h•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a compassionate, hardworking Medical Assistant to join our busy Primary Care clinic. This is an excellent opportunity for both experienced Medical Assistants and new graduates looking to grow their clinical skills while caring for a diverse patient population. Our team supports medically complex patients in a fast-paced environment alongside resident physicians. We are looking for someone who is a strong team player, enjoys hands-on patient care, and is committed to delivering exceptional service to every patient.

Requirements

Completion of a Medical Assistant program
Hands-on clinical experience through an externship or direct patient care setting
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced clinical environment
Strong communication and teamwork skills
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

Minimum of 1 year of Medical Assistant experience preferred
Non-certified candidates will be considered only if they completed the IU Health Medical Assistant Trainee Program
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

Completing pre-visit planning
Rooming patients
Obtaining vital signs and patient information
Administering vaccines
Performing point-of-care testing (POCs)
Supporting providers with patient care needs
Maintaining accurate patient documentation
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.