What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Medical Assistant position at UnityPoint Health?
Certified Medical Assistant -
Des Moines, Iowa
Monday 8-5, Tuesday 8-5, Wednesday 8-8, Friday 8-8 and 1 weekend a month and holiday rotatoin
$5000.00 sign on bonus for external candidates!
Responsibilities
Come and join a great team at a Top Place to Work in Healthcare!
We are seeking a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join our Urgent Care team. This role is ideal for a quick-thinking, adaptable CMA who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about providing excellent patient care. As a member of the Urgent Care team, you will support healthcare providers in delivering efficient, high-quality care to patients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist healthcare providers with patient assessments, procedures, and treatments.
- Record patient histories, symptoms, and vital signs accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
- Prepare and stock exam rooms, ensuring all equipment and supplies are ready for use.
- Administer medications and injections as ordered by providers.
- Perform basic lab work, including blood draws, urinalysis, and point-of-care testing.
- Educate patients on discharge instructions, medication guidelines, and follow-up care.
- Assist with patient calls and manage patient flow efficiently.
- Maintain compliance with infection control protocols, safety standards, and HIPAA guidelines.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) diploma from an accredited program or apprenticeship track. Current national certification.
- Current CPR/BLS certification.
- Previous experience in urgent care, emergency care, or a fast-paced clinical setting is preferred.
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 for the 3rd year in a row!
- 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.
- Area of Interest: Allied Health;
- FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0;
- Department: Urgent Care - Southglen - DM;
- Shift: Monday 8-5, Tuesday 8-5, Wednesday 8-8, Friday 8-8 and 1 weekend a month.;
- Job ID: 158102;
