Work & Schedule
* Full-time, 40 hours per week
* Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
* No weekends or holidays
* Fast-paced clinic with a focus on teamwork and efficiency
* Approximately 60% patient care / 40% administrative responsibilities
* Location: 1002 Wishard Blvd, Suite 2120 Indianapolis, IN 46202 (Riley
Pediatric Care Center)
* Surface lot (free)
* Garage parking available (fee applies)
Key Responsibilities
* The role is primarily office-based, but the MA must be able to step in and
room patients during busy periods
* Prepare patients for visits by obtaining vitals, medical history, and visit
information
* Assist providers with exams, procedures, and developmental assessments
* Perform clinical tasks including phlebotomy (blood draws) as needed
* Prepare, clean, and stock exam rooms
* Coordinate patient flow to support timely and efficient clinic operations
* Manage supplies and maintain organized clinical spaces
* Provide support to patients and families in a compassionate, professional
manner
* Complete documentation and administrative tasks accurately and timely
Qualifications
* Certification required
* Externship completion required
* Previous MA experience strongly preferred
* Previous experience in pediatrics strongly preferred
* Experience with phlebotomy required or willingness to learn
* Strong organizational, communication, and multitasking skills
Preferred Attributes
* Detail-oriented and highly organized
* Adaptable in a dynamic, busy environment
* Strong team collaboration skills
* Patient-focused with a compassionate approach to care
* Proactive and dependable
Growth & Development
* Opportunity to advance through the Medical Assistant career ladder
* Exposure to specialized pediatric care, including autism evaluations and
developmental services
* Ongoing learning within a supportive clinical environment
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.
* Indiana University Health has nearly 40,000 team members, including more than
3,600 physicians and 1,200 advanced practice providers, and we’re home to the
largest nursing network in Indiana with more than 9,000 nursing team members
at over 800 sites of care.
* IU Health is ranked No. 1 in Indiana by U.S. News & World Report, Riley
Children's Health is ranked among the top children's hospitals in the country
by U.S. News & World Report.
* A unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine – one of
the nation’s largest medical schools – gives patients access to
groundbreaking research and innovative treatments, and it offers team members
access to the latest science and the very best training – advancing
healthcare for all.
* With 15 hospitals, including seven with Magnet designation and eight with
Pathways to Excellence designation, our team members are leading the way
through excellence.
* At Indiana University Health, your personal and professional growth is a top
priority. You will have access to many diverse opportunities to learn and
develop in meaningful ways that matter most to you, such as advanced clinical
training, leadership development, promotion opportunities and cross training
development.
* Indiana University Health is invested in the lives of Hoosiers, leading the
transformation of healthcare to make Indiana one of the nation’s healthiest
states.
Indiana University Health is Indiana’s most comprehensive health system, with 15
hospitals and nearly 40,000 team members serving Hoosiers across the state.
We’re looking for team members who are inspired by challenging and meaningful
work for the good of every patient. People who are compassionate and serve with
a purpose. People who aspire to excellence every day.