Certified Medical Assistant - Huxley Family Medicine (Lab & Float CMA)

UnityPoint Health • Huxley, IA

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About The Position

UnityPoint Clinics is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) for the Huxley Family Med location. This full-time position offers a competitive benefits package and a sign-on bonus of $5,000 for external candidates. The working hours are Monday from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM, Tuesday through Thursday from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM, and Friday from 7:15 AM to 5:00 PM. UnityPoint Health is recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare, emphasizing the importance of team members and providing a supportive work environment. The role involves assisting with clinical tasks across multiple departments and performing lab-related duties, particularly in Point of Care Testing (POCT).

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Certification as a Medical Assistant (CMA) through NCCT, AAMA, NHA or AMT.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and Mandatory Reporter training.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with patients and healthcare professionals.
• Proficiency in using electronic health record (EHR) systems and other healthcare technology.

Responsibilities

• Assist healthcare providers with patient care tasks including rooming patients, taking vital signs, and updating medical histories.
• Perform point-of-care testing (POCT) including glucose, rapid strep, urinalysis, hemoglobin A1C, and other tests as required.
• Administer injections, vaccines, and medications as directed by the healthcare provider.
• Prepare and maintain exam rooms, ensuring cleanliness and proper inventory of medical supplies.
• Collect and process laboratory specimens, ensuring proper labeling, documentation, and timely processing.
• Accurately record patient information in the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
• Float between providers as needed to cover for absences or increased patient demand.
• Provide patient education on various topics such as medication administration, healthy living practices, and post-visit care instructions.
• Maintain compliance with clinic policies, procedures, and infection control standards.
• Ensure proper documentation of lab tests, and report critical results to healthcare providers promptly.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• 401K matching
• Employee recognition program
• Dental and health insurance
• Paid holidays
• Short and long-term disability
• Pet insurance
• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED