Medical Assistant II- Primary Care

IU Health • Bloomington, IN

8h • 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 helps ensure ordered procedures and treatments are complete, patient flow is smooth, lab work is performed, patients are instructed about procedures and treatments, and medical orders and referrals are carried out accurately and promptly. The position also performs registration and scheduling activities, maintains EMR files, and handles 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 MA team members or MA Externs.

This is a PRN day position in Primary Care at 5921 W. State Road 46, Bloomington, Indiana. Indiana University Health describes opportunities for learning and development, including advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities, and cross-training.

Requirements

• AHA Basic Life Support for healthcare workers certification is required.
• Current medical assisting certification is required from the 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).
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Knowledge of OSHA, CLIA, and ADA is required.
• Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding is required.
• Knowledge of Business Unit Quality Programs, Meaningful Use, and Standard Work Programs and concepts is required 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 according to current Clinical policy, Point of Care, and Skills Competency checklists.
• Basic math skills and accurate data collection and entry skills are required.

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.
• Other advanced life support certifications may be required according to unit or department specialty and patient care policies.

Responsibilities

• Room patients and prepare them for provider visits.
• Accurately document patient information in the EMR.
• Obtain and record vital signs.
• Perform point-of-care testing and laboratory work.
• Perform phlebotomy and collect blood specimens.
• Assure ordered procedures and treatments are complete and support smooth patient flow.
• 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 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 MA team members or MA Externs as 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 eligibility requirements.
• Employee Assistance Program counseling at no cost.
• Healthy Results wellness programs, with participation points contributing toward a biweekly financial incentive.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED