Medical Assistant II-Designated Float-Riley Pediatrics Cardiology

IU Health • Carmel, IN

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Riley Pediatrics Cardiology is hiring a Medical Assistant II designated float to provide clinical support across pediatric cardiology outreach clinics, with Meridian Crossing in Carmel, Indiana, identified as the home clinic. Regular travel to Columbus, Richmond, Muncie, and Lafayette, Indiana, is expected; reliable transportation is required. Mileage is reimbursed based on the round-trip distance from Meridian Crossing to the outreach clinic, and the role receives a $0.75-per-hour designated float incentive. Float assignments may be communicated weeks in advance or as late as the morning of the assignment.

Under the supervision of the designated supervisor and assigned physician, the Medical Assistant performs direct patient-care duties and clinical support in accordance with organizational standards. The role supports patients across the lifespan, from newborns through adults, and helps ensure complete procedures and treatments, smooth patient flow, accurate and timely execution of medical orders and referrals, and patient instruction. Duties also include general lab work, registration and scheduling, maintaining EHR files, and general front-office functions as needed. The assistant may precept current Medical Assistant team members or externs at leadership’s request.

Clinical duties include taking and documenting vital signs, rooming patients, performing EKGs, applying and managing cardiac monitors, obtaining height, weight, and blood pressure measurements, and taking manual blood pressures. Injection duties are limited. Clinic-specific EKG training is provided. Flu vaccines are administered only at the Meridian Crossing home clinic, not at outreach locations.

Onboarding begins at Meridian Crossing and includes shadowing an experienced designated float Medical Assistant at each outreach clinic. Training progresses from observation to guided independence, with additional training, mentorship, and support as needed before independent travel assignments. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with no weekends or holidays.

Requirements

• Medical Assistant experience in a clinical setting; the formal qualification section requires 0–2 years of relevant experience.
• Current Medical Assistant 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).
• AHA Basic Life Support certification for healthcare workers; other advanced life-support certifications may be required according to specialty and patient-care policies.
• High school diploma or equivalent, or completion of a high-school-sponsored CTE program while currently enrolled in high school. For the CTE route, the diploma must be completed within 13 months of the start date.
• For new hires and promotions after October 12, 2026, graduation from a Medical Assistant program is required.
• Knowledge of OSHA, CLIA, and ADA.
• Knowledge of standard laboratory and medical procedures and 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.
• Reliable transportation and ability and willingness to travel regularly to predetermined clinics as assigned.
• Ability to adapt to different clinic environments and workflows, work independently with minimal supervision after training, and make sound clinical decisions within scope.
• Strong organizational, communication, and patient-care skills, with a commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care.

Nice To Haves

• One year of relevant experience is preferred.
• Strong vital-sign and blood-pressure assessment skills; manual blood-pressure proficiency is highly desired.
• EKG experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and accurately document vital signs, height, weight, and blood pressure, including manual blood pressure readings.
• Room patients for provider appointments and support efficient patient flow.
• Perform EKGs and apply and manage cardiac monitors.
• Support clinic operations during periods of limited staffing and independently manage workflow while maintaining patient-care standards.
• Collaborate with providers and clinical staff to support patient care and clinic operations.
• Perform duties associated with direct patient care under the supervision of the designated supervisor and assigned physician.
• Ensure ordered procedures and treatments are complete and medical orders and referrals are carried out accurately and in a timely manner.
• Perform general laboratory work and instruct patients concerning procedures, treatments, and care needs.
• Perform registration and scheduling activities according to organizational and departmental procedures.
• Maintain EHR files and perform general front-office functions as needed.
• Travel regularly to assigned outreach clinics and adapt to changing clinic assignments and workflows.
• May precept current Medical Assistant team members or Medical Assistant externs when requested by leadership.

Benefits

• Mileage reimbursement for travel between Meridian Crossing and outreach clinic locations, calculated using round-trip distance.
• $0.75-per-hour Designated Float incentive added to the base Medical Assistant II pay rate.
• 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