Medical Assistant II – UI Health Care West Branch Family Medicine Clinic 50% (With Benefits)

UIOWA • Iowa City, IA

13d • Hybrid

About The Position

The University of Iowa Community Clinics is seeking a patient-centered Medical Assistant (MA II) to work 50% (20 hours per week) at the UICC West Branch Family Medicine Clinic. This role will primarily support Family Medicine but may float to other specialties and clinic locations, including Pediatrics and/or Specialty/Outreach Clinics. Iowa Healthcare has a long-standing commitment to patient health and wellness, offering services such as pregnancy care, baby wellness checks, vaccinations, physicals, acute visits, annual check-ups, mental health support, and on-site laboratory services. The team focuses on building patient relationships, monitoring care history, and providing personalized, compassionate care. They also facilitate seamless transitions to UI Health Care specialists when needed. This position includes the University of Iowa's comprehensive benefits package, with significant employer contributions to retirement plans, paid vacation, sick leave, and free on-site parking.

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 with a curriculum incorporating elements of a Medical Assistant program including but not limited to: pathophysiology, medical terminology, basic pharmacology and medication administration including dose calculation and psychology.
• Driver's License and ability to meet UI Fleet Safety Standards.
• Availability to provide support to other clinical locations based on clinical need/hours.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Previous EPIC experience
• Previous Family Medicine Clinic experience
• Strong phlebotomy skills
• Ability to demonstrate teamwork and autonomy in all aspects of the role
• Previous phlebotomy experience
• Previous immunization experience
• Previous experience with lab audits
• Previous experience handling and processing lab specimens

Responsibilities

• Under direct supervision of LIP (licensed independent practitioner), RN (registered nurse), NM/ANM (nurse manager/assistant nurse manager) or other licensed designee, functions as a member of the patient care team.
• Performs technical, patient care and related clerical functions in the urgent care setting by coordinating all elements of the patient visit.
• Staff will support our Family Medicine Clinic patients.
• Under direct supervision of physician, physician assistant, nurse practitioner or registered nurse.
• Performs technical, patient care and related clerical functions in an ambulatory setting.
• Duties may involve the use of electronic word/data processing equipment and/or conventional office equipment.

Benefits

• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick leave
• FREE on-site parking

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree