Certified Medical Assistant - Waukee Family Medicine - UnityPoint Health

$5,000.00 Sign-on Bonus!

Certified Medical Assistant - Waukee Family Medicine

Waukee, Iowa

Full-time Benefit Package!

8 hour shifts / flex scheduling

As a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) with Waukee Family Medicine, you play a vital role in providing comprehensive support to healthcare professionals and ensuring the delivery of high-quality patient care to a diverse population of patients, of all ages.  This is a fun and fast-paced environment, with a focus on patient centered care and collaboration among healthcare professionals. Your responsibilities encompass a wide range of clinical, administrative, and patient-centered tasks within the family medicine practice.

1. Patient Care:

   • Greet and prepare patients for examination, recording vital signs, medical history, and chief complaints.
   • Assist healthcare providers in medical procedures, examinations, and minor surgical interventions.
   • Administer medications, vaccinations, and other treatments as directed by healthcare providers.

2. Administrative Duties:

   • Manage patient appointments, coordinate referrals, and maintain accurate patient records.
   • Answer phone calls, address patient inquiries, and provide information regarding appointments and services.

3. Laboratory and Diagnostic Support:

   • Collect and process specimens for laboratory testing.
   • Perform basic laboratory tests, such as blood draws, urinalysis, and point-of-care testing.
   • Assist with diagnostic imaging procedures and coordinate follow-up care.

4. Patient Education:

   • Provide patients and their families with information on medications, treatment plans, and preventive care.
   • Offer guidance on lifestyle modifications, disease management, and health promotion.

5. Communication and Collaboration:

   • Communicate effectively with healthcare team members, patients, and families.
   • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other staff to ensure seamless patient care.
   • Participate in team meetings and contribute to the improvement of clinical processes.

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Current certification as a Certified Medical Assistant.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and Mandatory Reporter.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Why UnityPoint Health? 

• Commitment to our Team – We're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare 2022  by Becker's Healthcare for our commitment to our team members. 
• Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve. 
• Benefits – Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. 
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment – We’re committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation. 
• Development – We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience. 
• Community Involvement – Be an essential part of our core purpose—to improve the health of the people and communities we serve. 

Visit https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org/ to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work.