Medical Assistant II - Northgate Family Medicine Clinic (100%)

UIOWA•Iowa City, IA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Iowa Health Care Department of Nursing is hiring a 100% Medical Assistant II for Northgate Family Medicine Clinic. 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 and performs technical patient-care and related clerical functions to coordinate all elements of patient visits. The role supports the Family Medicine patient population and helps ensure the smooth flow of patients through the clinic by interacting with patients, families, and staff. The position is scheduled for 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, on the day shift. There are no weekend, holiday, or call responsibilities. The position is located at Northgate. The University of Iowa Health Care describes itself as Iowa’s only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center, with more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers working to provide safe, quality health care and service to patients.

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 Medical Assistant program elements, including pathophysiology, medical terminology, basic pharmacology, medication administration including dose calculation, and psychology.
Applicants who are not certified or registered as a Medical Assistant, or who have not completed a Medical Assistant Program, must provide educational transcripts.
Applicants must upload a resume that clearly addresses how they meet the required and desired qualifications.
Successful candidates must self-disclose conviction history and undergo a criminal background check and credential and education verification.

Responsibilities

Facilitate the smooth flow of patients through the clinic by interacting with patients, families, and staff.
Assist with patient physical examinations and related treatments, including gathering patient history and reviewing medication records, allergies, and immunizations.
Manage internal and external medical records to ensure accurate and complete information is available for appointments.
Administer routine oral, rectal, or injectable medications that do not require a high level of skill or nursing judgment, as permitted for certified medical assistants or medical assistants who completed a formal accredited training program.
Perform routine laboratory tests, such as urinalysis and blood work, and perform electrocardiograms and x-ray work as needed.
Identify vaccination needs for specific patient populations.
Perform clerical tasks, including answering phones, scheduling appointments, and providing information to other departments.
Assist with obtaining insurance prior authorizations.