What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Medical Assistant- Abbe Center position at UnityPoint Health?
- Area of Interest: Allied Health
- FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0
- Department: Outpatient Services
- Shift: Monday - Friday; Daytime Hours; 40 hours/week
- Job ID: 154831
Overview
POSITION SUMMARY
Area of Interest: Medical Assistants
FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0;
Department: Outpatient CR;
Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm, 40 hours per week;
AbbeHealth Services - is a regional nonprofit organization dedicated to providing mental health and aging services that help individuals achieve their optimum levels of independence and success.
Abbe Center for Community Mental Health is a subsidiary of AbbeHealth Services seeking a Certified Medical Assistant in Cedar Rapids.
Enjoy helping others? Want to make a difference? Come join our Team!
Why UnityPoint Health?
- Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience aculture 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 like 401K match, paid time off and education assistance 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.
Hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work at https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org .
Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Is aware of department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (eg. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of department or administrative staff.
- Purposefully conducts all aspects of the job in an ethical manner in support of the organization’s commitment to ethical behavior in all areas of personal and professional activity.
- Provides compassionate care to individuals struggling with their mental health.
- Takes vital signs, administers injectable psychotropic medications, facilitates prescription renewals, provides health education.
- Performs other duties within the scope of practice and under the supervision of Director of Nursing.
- Demonstrates a positive cooperative attitude, flexibility, and a willingness to change to meet department goals.
- Performs additional duties as may be assigned to ensure complete service to all customers.
Qualifications
PERSONAL SPECIFICATIONS
Education
Requires Medical Assistant Certification.
Qualifications/Experience
Previous experience is preferred but not required. Must have a valid Iowa Driver's License.
