Medical Assistant II-Rheumatology-Carmel
Indiana University Health, West Lafayette, IN, United States
Medical Assistant
We're looking for someone who thrives in a small, fast-paced clinic environment and demonstrates the following qualities:
Organized
Reliable
Eager to learn
Team-oriented
Able to work independently when needed
Full-time/Days/40 hours per week
Hours: 8:00am-4:30pm
Location: MMP North 201 Pennsylvania Parkway, suite 315, Carmel IN
Current certification in medical assisting required
Why You'll Love It Here
401(k) with employer match
Tuition reimbursement
Student loan forgiveness eligibility
Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Healthy Results wellness incentives
Patient Volume & Team Size
Patients roomed daily: Approximately 1520 patients
MA team size: 2 Medical Assistants
Key Responsibilities
This role includes a mix of clinical, administrative, and patient support duties, including:
Rooming patients according to standard work
Reviewing provider schedules and completing chart preparation
Prior authorizations and outside CT/MRI pre-certifications
Assisting with FMLA and disability paperwork
Managing medical records requests
Monitoring and responding to clinical pool messages
Pulling, reviewing, and addressing RightFax documents
Preparing medications per standard work
Assisting with in-office procedures
Providing patient education when appropriate
Administering ordered IM injections per standard work
Cleaning exam rooms between patients and at the end of each day
Stocking exam rooms daily
Supporting the MA team and assisting non-assigned providers as needed
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.
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.
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.
Requires basic math and accurate data collection and entry skills.
We're looking for someone who thrives in a small, fast-paced clinic environment and demonstrates the following qualities:
Organized
Reliable
Eager to learn
Team-oriented
Able to work independently when needed
Full-time/Days/40 hours per week
Hours: 8:00am-4:30pm
Location: MMP North 201 Pennsylvania Parkway, suite 315, Carmel IN
Current certification in medical assisting required
Why You'll Love It Here
401(k) with employer match
Tuition reimbursement
Student loan forgiveness eligibility
Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Healthy Results wellness incentives
Patient Volume & Team Size
Patients roomed daily: Approximately 1520 patients
MA team size: 2 Medical Assistants
Key Responsibilities
This role includes a mix of clinical, administrative, and patient support duties, including:
Rooming patients according to standard work
Reviewing provider schedules and completing chart preparation
Prior authorizations and outside CT/MRI pre-certifications
Assisting with FMLA and disability paperwork
Managing medical records requests
Monitoring and responding to clinical pool messages
Pulling, reviewing, and addressing RightFax documents
Preparing medications per standard work
Assisting with in-office procedures
Providing patient education when appropriate
Administering ordered IM injections per standard work
Cleaning exam rooms between patients and at the end of each day
Stocking exam rooms daily
Supporting the MA team and assisting non-assigned providers as needed
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.
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.
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.
Requires basic math and accurate data collection and entry skills.