Medical Assistant II-Dermatology

Medical AssistantUnder 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.Schedule: Part Time Day Shift 32 Hours Per Week Monday-Wednesday 8-5:30 pm, Thursday 8-1pm. No Friday or Weekends/HolidaysQualificationsMedical Assistant certification OR graduation from a Medical Assistant program requiredJob ResponsibilitiesRooming patientsTaking vitalsPrior authorizationsAssisting with biopsies/pathologyWhy Join IU Health?As Indiana's largest and most comprehensive healthcare system, and the number 1 ranked healthcare system in Indiana, we offer:401(K) retirement savings with employer matchTuition reimbursementStudent loan forgiveness - Government program that may allow qualifying participants to have the remainder of their student loan balance forgiven (after a set amount of time and specific qualifications have been met).Employee Assistance Program – Counseling at no cost to youHealthy Results - Participation in our team member wellness programs award points that contribute toward a biweekly financial incentive in your paycheck! The more you participate, the more you earn!DescriptionUnder 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 preferred.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.