Medical Assistant- IHP- 1.0 FTE
About The Position
A Medical Assistant at Franciscan Health is responsible for performing a variety of clinical duties. With Indiana Heart Physicians, you'll provide professional standard care procedures, assist providers and staff in coordinating patient care, and function as a liaison between patients, coworkers, and providers. Franciscan Health is a leading healthcare organization dedicated to providing exceptional patient care and promoting health and wellness in our community. Our mission is to ensure that every patient receives the highest quality of care through innovation, compassion, and excellence. With 11 ministries and access points across Indiana, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers who provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve. Indiana Heart Physicians (IHP) has been delivering leading cardiovascular care since 1978, offering comprehensive services through board-certified cardiologists across multidisciplinary clinics, including cardio-oncology, heart failure, A-Fib, cardio-genetics, and structural heart. IHP provides advanced cardiac imaging and participates in research and clinical trials to bring patients the latest innovations in heart care. As part of the Franciscan Health Heart Center—ranked by HealthGrades as #1 in Indiana for cardiology (2024–2026), named one of HealthGrades’ America’s 100 Best for Cardiac Care (2026), and recognized by CareChex as #1 in the market for cardiac care (2026)—IHP delivers nationally recognized, patient-centered cardiovascular excellence.
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED
- Completion of a Medical Assisting program; In lieu of program, 5 years of medical assistant experience is required
- Basic Life Support Program (BLS) certification - American Heart Association- required within 90 days of hire
- One of the following certifications within 6 months of hire: Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) – American Allied Health or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) – American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or Medical Assistant (RMA) – American Medical Technologists (AMT) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) – American Registry of Medical Assistants or Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA) – National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP) or National Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA) – National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) - National Healthcareer Association (NHA) or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) - National Performance Specialists (NPS)
Nice To Haves
- Up to 20% travel
Responsibilities
- Prepare and maintain exam rooms and treatment areas, including cleaning, sanitizing, and stocking supplies to ensure patient readiness
- Support efficient patient flow by rooming patients, obtaining medical histories, vital signs, medication reconciliation, EKGs, and point-of-care testing as directed
- Accurately document patient care, communications, and clinical activities in EPIC EMR and other required systems
- Assist providers with procedures, patient communication, referrals, prior authorizations, appointment scheduling, and coordination of testing and follow-up care
- Build and maintain positive relationships with patients, providers, and staff while delivering high-quality care within the Medical Assistant scope of practice
Benefits
- Sign on Bonus Available
- Consistent day shift schedule
- Observed holidays off work
- Comprehensive benefit offerings
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
