What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Assistant II - UI ARC - Department of Psychiatry position at University of Iowa Health Care Health System?
The UI Addiction and Recovery Collaborative (UI ARC) in the Department of Psychiatry is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant II to assist medical staff with patient care. This position serves as an integral member of the UI ARC team that provides care, services, resources, and support to people who have substance use or mental health disorders. Under the direct supervision of physicians, physician assistants, nurse practitioners or registered nurses, as a Medical Assistant II you will perform technical, patient care and related clerical functions in an ambulatory setting by coordinating patient intake and clinic flow.
If you enjoy helping others in a positive, friendly, and polite atmosphere, consider being a part of this interesting and exciting place to work.
v This position will be based at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics main campus.
v This position is primarily during 1st shift, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday.
v This is a salaried position at Merit pay grade 09. Merit Pay Plans .
v 50%-100%, full or part-time option.
v Information regarding the full benefits package may be viewed at: https://hr.uiowa.edu/benefits
Iowa Health Care—recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States—is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.®
Position Responsibilities
Responsible for facilitating the smooth flow of patients through the clinic through interaction with patients, families, and staff.
Assist in clinic with physical examination of patient and related treatments, including but not limited to patient history, medication records, allergies, and immunizations.
Manages internal and external medical records to ensure that accurate and complete data is available for patient appointments.
Administers routine oral, rectal, or injectable medications not requiring a high level of skill or nursing judgment. These are medications that can only be administered by certified medical assistants or medical assistants who have completed a formal accredited training program.
Performs routine laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood work, does electrocardiograms and x-ray work as needed.
Identifies vaccination needs for specific patient populations.
Performs related clerical tasks including answering phones, scheduling appointments, and providing information to other departments.
Assists in obtaining insurance prior authorizations.
Minimum Eligibility Requirements
Certification or registration as a Medical Assistant or completion of a recognized one-year Medical Assistant Program, or
Completion of a health care profession program with a curriculum incorporating elements of a Medical Assistant program including but not limited to pathophysiology, medical terminology, basic pharmacology, and medication administration including dose calculation and psychology.
Desirable Qualifications
Previous experience working with patient populations experiencing mental health and/or substance use disorders.
Certified Medical Assistant preferred.
Application Process
To be considered, applicants must upload a resume (relevant to this recruitment) that clearly addresses how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days.
This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.
Successful candidates will have to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.
Professional references will be needed later in the recruitment process.
For questions contact lori-posey@uiowa.edu
Additional Information- Classification Title: Medical Assistant II
- Appointment Type: Merit
- Schedule: Full-time
- Pay Level: 9
- Organization: Healthcare
- Contact Name: Lori Posey
- Contact Email: lori-posey@uiowa.edu
