Certified Medical Assistant - Family Medicine (Westdale)

UnityPoint Health•Cedar Rapids, IA

16h•Onsite

About The Position

Westdale Family Medicine - Cedar Rapids, IA Part-time, M-W-F, 8-5 This role supports providers by delivering patient care and performing both clinical and administrative tasks to keep our clinics running smoothly. Why UnityPoint Health? At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members. Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few: Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program . Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members. Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family . With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Requirements

Current Certification as a Medical Assistant (AAMA, AMT, NHA or NCT)
High school diploma.
BLS and Mandatory Reporter certification.
Knowledge of clinical skill techniques, procedures, medical diagnoses, and treatments.

Responsibilities

Function as a clinician, educator and resource for patients within their specialty of care and assist physicians with office procedures.
Triage incoming patients ensuring compliance with established admission/acceptance criteria.
Direct appointments and referrals as determined by the current criteria.
Develop, implement and evaluate the standards of practice and care for the patient population.
Answer questions and provide teaching to patients and family members.
Responsible for the development and ongoing coordination of care for patients.
Act as a consultant both within the institution and to outside agencies or groups.
Conduct or facilitate implementation of research studies and translate research findings into nursing practice.
Preauthorize care/procedures with insurance companies.