Medical Assistant II-Riley Pediatrics-Muncie Clinic

IU Health•Muncie, IN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Medical Assistant II- Riley Pediatrics IU Health Ball Memorial Physicians Pediatrics – Muncie Are you passionate about working with children and families? IU Health Ball Memorial Physicians Pediatrics is seeking a dependable, team-focused Medical Assistant to join our busy and rewarding pediatric practice. If you enjoy a fast-paced environment, building meaningful relationships with patients, and working alongside a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you. In this high-volume pediatric clinic, Medical Assistants play a vital role in keeping patient care flowing efficiently throughout the day. 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.

Requirements

AHA Basic Life Support for healthcare workers certification required. Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.
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.
Requires basic math and accurate data collection and entry skills.

Nice To Haves

Previous pediatric experience is preferred
Outpatient clinic experience is beneficial
Strong customer service and teamwork skills
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.
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.

Responsibilities

Rooming patients and obtaining clinical information
Administering immunizations
Performing point-of-care testing
Supporting refill requests and clinical pools
Completing pre-visit planning activities
Assisting with patient documentation and provider paperwork
Collaborating with providers and teammates to deliver exceptional care
Patient-facing responsibilities are the priority, and flexibility to support different providers as needed is important.
Assures completeness of ordered procedures and treatments
Assures smooth patient flow
Performs general lab work
Instructs patients concerning procedures, treatments and needs
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