RN/LPN/Certified Medical Assistant - Altoona Family Medicine - UnityPoint Health

RN/LPN/Certified Medical Assistant - Altoona Family Medicine

Altoona, Iowa

Full-time Benefit Package

Shift: M, T, TH, F 7:30-5:00 and Wed 7:30-12:00

**$5,000.00 Sign-on Bonus for external candidates!

Join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals committed to providing exceptional family medicine services in a fast-paced family medicine practice, interacting with patients of all ages.

As a vital member of our healthcare team, you will assist physicians and other healthcare providers in delivering high-quality care to patients of all ages. Your clinical skills, attention to detail, and compassionate approach will contribute to the overall success of our practice in providing comprehensive family medicine services.

1. Clinical Support:

   • Assist healthcare providers in patient examinations, procedures, and treatments.
   • Record patient vitals, medical history, and chief complaints accurately.
   • Prepare examination rooms and ensure they are stocked with necessary supplies.

2. Patient Care:

   • Escort patients to exam rooms, obtain initial patient information, and prepare them for examinations.
   • Administer medications, vaccines, and injections as directed by physicians.
   • Perform basic lab tests, specimen collection, and point-of-care testing.

3. Patient Communication and Education:

   • Communicate effectively with patients, addressing their questions, concerns, and follow-up instructions.
   • Provide patient education on medications, treatment plans, preventive care, and wellness initiatives.

4. Administrative Duties:

   • Schedule appointments, tests, and referrals for patients.
   • Maintain electronic health records (EHR) accurately and ensure confidentiality.
   • Handle phone calls, inquiries, and coordinate communication between patients and providers.

5. Collaboration and Teamwork:

   • Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated patient care.

• Current state RN/LPN license or current Certification as a Medical Assistant.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in using electronic medical records (EMR) systems.

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.