Medical Assistant II - Urology Clinic (50% - 100%)
About The Position
University of Iowa Health Care Department of Nursing is seeking a 50% - 100 % Medical Assistant II to work in the Urology Clinic. Under direct supervision of a licensed independent practitioner, RN, 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 clinic setting by coordinating all elements of the patient visit. Staff will support Urology patients, facilitating the smooth flow of patients through the clinic through interaction with patients, families, and staff. University of Iowa Health Care is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center, with a mission of Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.®
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.
- Upload a resume that clearly addresses how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications.
- Upload copy of educational transcripts if not certified/registered as a Medical Assistant or if a Medical Assistant Program was not completed.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate the smooth flow of patients through the clinic.
- Assist in clinic with physical examination of patient and related treatments.
- Take patient history, medication records, allergies, and immunizations.
- Manage internal and external medical records.
- Administer routine oral, rectal, or injectable medications not requiring a high level of skill or nursing judgment (only by certified medical assistants or those who have completed a formal accredited training program).
- Perform routine laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood work.
- Perform electrocardiograms and x-ray work as needed.
- Identify vaccination needs for specific patient populations.
- Perform related clerical tasks including answering phones, scheduling appointments, and providing information to other departments.
- Assist in obtaining insurance prior authorizations.
Benefits
- Paid vacation
- Sick leave
- Health insurance options
- Dental insurance options
- Life insurance options
- Disability insurance options
- Generous employer contributions into retirement plans
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
