Medical Assistant at Indiana University in Indianapolis, Indiana

Job Description:

Department



IUPUI HEALTH SERVICES (IN-SHSR-IUINA)



Job Summary

• Takes and records patients' blood pressure, temperature, pulse, height, weight, and vision test, reporting abnormal patient conditions to the physician, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, nurse or physical therapist


• Responds to patient symptoms and complaints with first aid or consultation with nurses, physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and physical therapists


• Prepares patients for specific minor surgery and treatment procedures which may include colposcopy, cryo surgeries, IUD placements and endometrial biopsies and assists the provider as required during the procedure


• Prepares medical equipment, laboratory specimen collection materials, and pharmaceuticals for patient office examinations


• Administers routine treatment procedures as ordered and supervised by physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, physical therapists and nurses


• Performs general office duties as needed

Qualifications



EDUCATION



Required

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)

WORK EXPERIENCE



Required

• 6 months experience in health care

SKILLS



Required

• Proficient communication skills


• Maintains a high degree of professionalism


• Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills


• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality

Working Conditions / Demands



This role requires sedentary work as well as extended durations of moving about the workplace. It requires the ability to move objects and equipment weighing up to 25 pounds, and the ability to discern between various objects and devices and to position patients. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.



Additional Information



When you're juggling classes, homework, and all the other stresses that come with student life, it can be tough to find time to get to the doctor's office.


IU Indianapolis Campus Health can fill in the gaps. We offer a variety of medical services at our on-campus clinic, so you can get the care you need to stay well. You can even access your medical information, such as lab results, TB test results, and immunizations at any time by using the free and confidential patient portal.



Work Location



Indianapolis, Indiana



Benefits Overview



For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance


• Health savings account with generous IU contributions


• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts


• Basic group life insurance paid by IU


• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance


• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting


• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options


• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses


• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year


• Generous paid time off plans


• Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events


• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.



Job Classification



Career Level: Foundational


FLSA: Nonexempt


Job Function: Health Services


Job Family: Clinical Services
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Posting Disclaimer



This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.


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Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.



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