Medical Assistant II - Urology

IU Health • Lafayette, IN

6h • Onsite

About The Position

Indiana University Health is seeking a Medical Assistant II to support clinical and administrative functions in its high-volume, fast-paced Urology clinic in Lafayette, Indiana. Most of the role is focused on direct patient care. The position works with providers and teammates to maintain patient flow and deliver care in accordance with organizational standards. New graduate Medical Assistant IIs are encouraged to apply.

Under the supervision of the designated supervisor and assigned physician, the Medical Assistant II performs duties associated with direct patient care and clinical direction. The role includes ensuring ordered procedures and treatments are complete, performing general laboratory work, instructing patients about procedures and treatments, and carrying out medical orders and referrals accurately and promptly. The position also performs registration and scheduling, maintains electronic medical record files, and completes general front-office functions as needed. Computerized physician order entry may be performed only when directed by the assigned physician. The employee may be asked by leadership to precept current Medical Assistant team members or externs.

The work breakdown is approximately 80% patient rooming and discharge and 20% administrative duties. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with no required weekends, holidays, or travel.

Requirements

• AHA Basic Life Support certification for healthcare workers is required; other advanced life support certifications may be required depending on unit or department specialty and patient care policies.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduation from a Medical Assistant program required.
• Current medical assisting certification required from one or more of the following: American Association of Medical Assistants (CMA), American Medical Technologists (RMA), National Health Career Association (CCMA), National Center for Competency Testing (NCMA), 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 according to current Clinical Policy, Point of Care, and Skills Competency checklists.
• Basic math skills and accurate data collection and entry skills required.
• Knowledge of Business Unit Quality Programs, Meaningful Use, and Standard Work Programs and concepts within six months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• TB validation to administer or read, or ability to obtain validation within six months of hire.
• New graduate Medical Assistant IIs are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Prepare charts before patient appointments.
• Room patients and obtain necessary information.
• Assist with patient discharge processes.
• Coordinate patient flow throughout the clinic.
• Accurately document patient information in the electronic medical record.
• Support providers and clinical staff to ensure efficient patient care.
• Complete administrative tasks as needed, including registration, scheduling, and general front-office functions.
• Perform duties associated with direct patient care and clinical direction under the supervision of the designated supervisor and assigned physician.
• Ensure ordered procedures and treatments are complete, and carry out medical orders and referrals accurately and in a timely manner.
• Perform general laboratory work.
• Instruct patients concerning procedures, treatments, and care needs.
• Maintain electronic medical record files.
• Perform computerized physician order entry only if directed by the assigned physician.
• Precept current Medical Assistant team members or Medical Assistant externs when requested by leadership.

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Eligibility for student loan forgiveness.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Healthy Results Wellness Program with bi-weekly incentives.
• Access to learning and development opportunities, including advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities, and cross-training development.

What This Job Offers

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