Medical Assistant II - Pulmonary - Greenbush
Employer not yet confirmed · Lafayette, Indiana, United States
Location: Greenbush Arnett, Lafayette, IN
Address: 2600 Greenbush Street, Lafayette, IN 47904
Department: Pulmonary
FTE: 1.0 (Full-Time)
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Weekend/Holiday Requirements: None
Travel Requirements: None
In this role, you will be responsible for supporting daily clinic operations and ensuring a seamless patient experience. Primary responsibilities include:
- Rooming patients and obtaining vital signs
- Preparing charts and reviewing patient information prior to visits
- Assisting with patient discharge processes
- Documenting and updating patient information in the electronic medical record
- Coordinating with providers to support efficient patient flow
- Occasionally assisting with rooming and discharge activities in Behavioral Health as needed
- Delivering exceptional customer service to patients and families
Our clinic is supported by three other Medical Assistants and continues to experience growth. Patient volume can be high, with as many as 5-6 providers seeing patients on busy days.
Typical workload distribution:
- 80% Patient rooming and discharge activities
- 20% Chart preparation and administrative support
This role is ideal for someone who:
- Enjoys working in a fast-paced environment
- Can effectively multitask and prioritize responsibilities
- Remains proactive and positive during busy clinic times
- Works well independently while contributing to a team-focused culture
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 EHR files and performs general front office functions as needed. May precept current MA team members or MA Externs as requested by leadership.
- High School Diploma or equivalent is required or completion of a High School sponsored CTE program and currently enrolled in High School. High School Diploma must be completed within 13 months from start date.
- Requires 0-2 years of relevant experience.
- New hires and promotions after October 12, 2026, require graduation from a Medical Assistant program.
- Requires a current certification in medical assisting from the 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).
- AHA Basic Life Support for healthcare workers certification is required. Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.
- Requires knowledge of OSHA, CLIA, and ADA.
- Requires knowledge of Business Unit Quality Programs and Standard Work Programs and concepts within 6 months of hire.
- Requires knowledge of standard laboratory and medical procedures.
- Requires knowledge of insurance plans and third-party payers.
- Requires the 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.
- Must be able to meet the technical and physical standards.
- Knowledge of ICD-10 and CPT coding is preferred.