A Medical Assistant assists physicians and other medical specialists with routine administrative or clinical tasks. Organizes patient records, schedules appointments, and prepares medical equipment. May specialize in administrative or clinical work, or specialize in a particular area of medicine, i.e. assisting in the office of an ophthalmologist (eye specialist). Works in medical offices.
(BA-IUHC-IUBLA) Department Information The Office of Student Life is focused on building a strong foundation to ensure every student's Indiana University experience is positive, safe, healthy, and meaningful. The Office of Student Life staff and multiple departments aim to help students navigate their time at IU, providing the tools they need to be successful in school and after graduation. Students are our priority, and their health, safety, and overall well-being are our core mission. The IU Student Health Center is proud to be a department within the Office of Student Life, committed to promoting learning and respect in all programs, interactions, and partnerships. We commit to creating and maintaining a welcoming environment where all people are respected, valued, and affirmed so that they may know they matter and belong at Indiana University. Job Summary This position provides administrative support to the daily operations of the IU Student Health Center Eye Clinic with exposure to healthcare operations. Ideal for students pursuing pre-health or pre-professional careers. Department-Specific Responsibilities Greets and assists patients during check-in and check-out. Answers and directs phone calls professionally; provide basic clinic information. Schedules new and follow-up appointments using clinic software. Verifies and updates patient demographic and insurance information. Supports inventory management by tracking supplies and ordering as needed. Maintains accurate and confidential patient records in compliance with HIPAA. Assists with general clerical duties (filing, preparing paperwork, scanning). Helps maintain a clean, organized reception area. Follows the Start-of-Day and End-of-Day Checklists. Communicates effectively and professionally with staff and supervisors. May assist with clinical support tasks such as obtaining vital signs (as needed). Qualifications
EDUCATION
Required Currently enrolled as a student at Indiana University Bloomington Preferred Currently studying pre-med, nursing, dental, or public health degrees
WORK EXPERIENE
Preferred Experience in customer service, healthcare, or front desk role Familiarity with medical terminology SKILLS Required Strong interpersonal and communication skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams and Outlook Ability to multitask and stay organized in a fast-paced environment Detail-oriented, dependable, and professional Demonstrated ability to maintain confidential information Ability to simultaneously handle multiple priorities Working Conditions / Demands This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation. Additional Information This position is work-study eligible. The Office of Student Life is committed to building students build career readiness and workforce skills. Student employment offers practical experience to apply learning, build real-world skills, and develop competencies valued by employers. Each role supports National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) Career Competencies, with emphasis on those most relevant to the position: Career and Self-Development Communication Critical Thinking Leadership Professionalism Teamwork Technology These are transferable workforce skills you can add to your resume and use in any career path. Work Location Bloomington, Indiana. This is an in-person position. Advertised Salary $14.50 per hour Work Hours Tuesday and Thursday from 12:45pm - 5:00pm This is an academic position with work only during the fall and spring semesters. 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 and 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.
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Part Time Employee FLSA:
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Part Time Student Employee Click here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework. 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. If you wish to include a cover letter, you may include it with your resume when uploading attachments. Equal Employment Opportunity 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. Campus Safety and Security The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD.
