Medical Assistant II - Pulmonary - Greenbush

IU Health•Lafayette, IN

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Assistant II supports daily operations in the Pulmonary clinic at Greenbush Arnett in Lafayette, Indiana, helping provide direct patient care and maintain efficient patient flow. Under the supervision of the designated supervisor and assigned physician, the role performs clinical and administrative duties in accordance with organizational standards. The clinic is supported by three other Medical Assistants, and patient volume may be high, with as many as five to six providers seeing patients on busy days. Workload is typically 80% patient rooming and discharge activities and 20% chart preparation and administrative support. The position includes occasional assistance with rooming and discharge activities in Behavioral Health. Medical Assistants may also precept current MA team members or MA externs at leadership’s request. The role is full-time, scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with no weekend, holiday, or travel requirements stated.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent, or completion of a high-school-sponsored CTE program while currently enrolled in high school; a high school diploma must be completed within 13 months of the start date.
Requires 0–2 years of relevant experience.
New hires and promotions after October 12, 2026, require graduation from a Medical Assistant program.
Current medical assisting certification 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).
Current AHA Basic Life Support certification for healthcare workers; other advanced life support certifications may be required according to unit or department specialty and patient care policies.
Knowledge of OSHA, CLIA, and ADA.
Knowledge of Business Unit Quality Programs and Standard Work Programs and concepts within six months of hire.
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 and Point of Care and Skills Competency checklists.
Basic math skills and accurate data collection and entry skills.
Ability to meet technical and physical standards.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multitask and prioritize, remain proactive and positive during busy clinic periods, and work independently while contributing to a team-focused culture.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding.

Responsibilities

Room patients and obtain vital signs.
Prepare charts and review patient information before visits.
Assist with patient discharge processes.
Document and update patient information in the electronic medical record.
Coordinate with providers to support efficient patient flow.
Occasionally assist with rooming and discharge activities in Behavioral Health as needed.
Provide customer service to patients and families.
Perform duties associated with direct patient care and clinical direction in accordance with organizational standards.
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 on time.
Perform registration and scheduling according to organizational and departmental procedures.
Maintain electronic health record files and perform general front-office functions as needed.
May precept current Medical Assistant team members or Medical Assistant externs as requested by leadership.