Medical Assistant II - UI Health Care North Liberty Pediatrics Clinic 80%25
About The Position
The University of Iowa Community Clinics is seeking a patient-centered Medical Assistant II to work at the UICC North Liberty Pediatrics Clinic. The position is 80% time (32 hours per week) and will primarily support Pediatrics, with possible floating to other patient specialties and clinic locations, including Family Medicine and Specialty/Outreach Clinics, based on clinical needs and hours. Under the direct supervision of a licensed independent practitioner, registered nurse, nurse manager/assistant nurse manager, or other licensed designee, the Medical Assistant II functions as a member of the patient care team. The role performs technical, patient-care, and related clerical functions in an ambulatory setting and coordinates all elements of the patient visit. Duties may involve electronic word/data-processing equipment and conventional office equipment. The clinic provides care including pregnancy and baby wellness, vaccinations, school and athletic physicals, acute visits, annual check-ups, mental health services, and on-site laboratory services. The position is located in North Liberty, Iowa, with work at surrounding clinic locations possible based on clinical need or hours.
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 whose curriculum incorporates elements of a Medical Assistant program, including pathophysiology, medical terminology, basic pharmacology, medication administration including dose calculation, and psychology.
- Driver's license and ability to meet University of Iowa Fleet Safety Standards.
- Availability to provide support at other clinical locations based on clinical need and hours.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Previous EPIC experience.
- Previous Pediatric Clinic experience.
- Ability to demonstrate teamwork, collaboration, and autonomy in all aspects of the role.
- Previous phlebotomy experience.
- Previous immunization experience.
Responsibilities
- Support patients at the Family Medicine Clinic and primarily support Pediatrics Clinics.
- Float to other patient specialties and clinic locations, including Family Medicine and Specialty/Outreach Clinics, based on clinical need and hours.
- Work under the direct supervision of a physician, physician assistant, nurse practitioner, registered nurse, or other licensed designee.
- Perform technical, patient-care, and related clerical functions in an ambulatory setting.
- Coordinate all elements of the patient visit.
- Use electronic word/data-processing equipment and/or conventional office equipment as needed.
Benefits
- Paid vacation and sick leave.
- Health, dental, life, and disability insurance options.
- Employer contributions into retirement plans.
- Free on-site parking.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
