Medical Assistant II – River Crossing Family Medicine Clinic 70%

UIOWA•Iowa City, IA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Iowa Community Clinics is hiring a patient-centered Medical Assistant II for the River Crossing Family Medicine Clinic. The role is 70% time, or 28 hours per week, and primarily supports Family Medicine patients. Depending on clinical needs, the employee may float to other specialties or clinic locations, including Pediatrics and Specialty/Outreach Clinics. Under the direct supervision of a licensed independent practitioner, registered nurse, nurse manager or assistant nurse manager, or another licensed designee, the Medical Assistant II works as part of the patient care team in an ambulatory setting. The position performs technical, patient-care, and related clerical functions and coordinates the elements of patient visits. Duties may involve electronic word- or data-processing equipment and conventional office equipment. The position is based in Riverside, Iowa, with work at surrounding clinic locations as clinical needs or hours require. The schedule is 28 hours per week, varying Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. The position includes the University of Iowa's benefits package and free on-site parking.

Requirements

Certification or registration as a Medical Assistant, 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.
Valid driver's license and ability to meet University of Iowa Fleet Safety Standards.
Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Ability to demonstrate teamwork and autonomy in all aspects of the role.
Strong phlebotomy skills.
Previous medical documentation or transcription experience.
Previous EPIC experience.
At least one year of ambulatory experience.

Responsibilities

Support patients in Family Medicine clinics and, as needed, other specialties or clinic locations, including Pediatrics and Specialty/Outreach Clinics.
Work as a member of the patient care team under the direct supervision of a licensed practitioner, registered nurse, nurse manager or assistant nurse manager, or other licensed designee.
Perform technical and patient-care functions in an ambulatory setting.
Perform related clerical functions and coordinate all elements of patient visits.
Use electronic word- or data-processing equipment and/or conventional office equipment as needed.