Certified Medical Assistant

CommonSpirit Health•Oakland, IA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

For more than 50 years, the mission of CHI Health Missouri Valley has been to nurture and enhance the quality of life for residents of Harrison County in Iowa. As a community hospital, its ongoing commitment is to keep residents in good health. Through the years, CHI Health Missouri Valley has strived to improve the health status of southwest Iowa residents – children, teens, adults, senior citizens, friends and neighbors. CHI Health Missouri Valley is proud to offer health care services – close to home – within this community. As a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), you will be a vital pillar of our care team, significantly impacting patient well-being through direct support and seamless coordination. Every day, you will actively collaborate on comprehensive screenings, assist with clinical procedures, provide essential health education, and expertly manage administrative tasks, leveraging technology to coordinate care for diverse patient populations. You will ensure patients feel at ease, patiently explaining instructions and addressing their concerns. To be successful in this role, you will possess strong clinical knowledge, technological fluency, genuine compassion for patient well-being, and an adaptable spirit keen on continuous learning and collaborative teamwork.

Requirements

Graduate of medical assisting program accredited by Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) or Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education (CAAHEP).
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, upon hire
Certified Medical Assistant AAMA, upon hire
Certified Medical Assistant NHA, upon hire
National Certified Medical Assistant NCCT, upon hire
National Registered/Certified Medical Assistant NAHP, upon hire
Registered Medical Assistant AMT, upon hire
Registered Medical Assistant, upon hire
Cert Med Asst - MMCI, upon hire
Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire
Medication Aide: NE, within 90 Days

Nice To Haves

High School Graduate or equivalent
Medical assistant experience, upon hire

Responsibilities

Performs general patient care following established clinic workflows.
Greets and prepares patients for the health care provider by obtaining and recording vital signs, reviewing drug allergies and current medications, completing applicable screening questionnaires and documenting reason for visit.
Collects and prepares ordered specimens for laboratory analysis.
Prepares and provides ordered medications and/or vaccines to patients.
Cleans and sterilizes instruments.
Ensures patient exam rooms are stocked, clean, and orderly.