Medical Assistant II-Primary Care Epler Parke

• Medical Assistant II- Pediatrics (Certified)
•  Location: 5550 S. East Street, Suite I, Indianapolis, IN 46227
•  Full-Time | 40 hours/week | Day Shift

Requirements 

• Certification required
• Prior pediatrics experience required
• Strong clinical skills and confidence in a fast-paced setting
• Must have completed a hands-on externship in clinical setting 

Schedule Options

Choose the schedule that fits your lifestyle:

• Option 1: Monday – Thursday, 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM (30-minute lunch)
• Option 2: Monday – Friday, 7:45 AM – 4:45 PM (1-hour lunch)
• Plus: Occasional Saturday overtime opportunities throughout the year

About the Role

We are looking for a certified, experienced Medical Assistant with a strong pediatrics background to support a high-volume primary care practice.

• Work closely with a pediatrician as your primary provider
• Float periodically to support adult providers
• Be part of a fast-paced, team-driven clinic with high patient volume
• Team player who can adapt and float when needed
• Ability to stay organized and keep providers on track

What You’ll Do

Patient Care (≈80%)

• Room pediatric patients efficiently
• Collect vital signs, height, and weight
• Administer vaccines
• Perform vision and hearing screenings
• Complete finger sticks and point-of-care testing
• This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a busy environment and enjoys being hands-on with patients.

Clinical & Administrative Support (≈20%)

• Manage Cerner pool messages
• Process clinical paperwork
• Support providers in maintaining workflow efficiency

What a Typical Day Looks Like

• Supporting a provider with 15- and 30-minute appointments
• Keeping pace with a high patient volume clinic
• Delivering high-quality, compassionate care to pediatric patients
• Collaborating closely with a team of 13 Medical Assistants

Growth & Development

We invest in your career:

• Structured Medical Assistant career ladder: 
  • MA I → MA II → MA III → Team Lead
• Opportunity to cross-train with adult providers
• Expand your clinical skills in a large, dynamic practice

Why Join This Team

• Flexible scheduling options
• Supportive, collaborative coworkers
• Exposure to both pediatric and adult care
• Work in the largest IU Health primary care office on the south side of Indianapolis

Why IU Health? 

Join Indiana's leading healthcare system committed to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care. We offer opportunities for professional development, a collaborative team environment, and a focus on improving community health.

• Benefits Designed for You
• 401(k) with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan forgiveness eligibility
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Healthy Results Wellness Program with bi‑weekly financial incentives

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.