Medical Assistant II - IRL Dermatology (90 - 100%25)

University of Iowa • Iowa City, IA

15h • Onsite

About The Position

The Iowa River Landing Dermatology Clinic is seeking a 100% Medical Assistant II. Under direct supervision of a 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. University of Iowa Health Care is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center, committed to changing medicine and changing lives. The Iowa River Landing location offers world-class, academic-level medicine in a convenient and friendly environment.

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.
• Include educational transcripts during application process.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Medical Assistant is preferred.
• Medical Terminology
• Public Contact/Customer Service
• Submitting a Resume and marking it as a “Relevant File” under the submissions is desired.

Responsibilities

• Facilitating the smooth flow of patients through the clinic through interaction with patients, families, and staff.
• Assisting in clinic with physical examination of patient and related treatments, including but not limited to: patient history, medication records, allergies, and immunizations.
• Managing internal and external medical records to ensure that accurate and complete data is available for patient appointments.
• Administering routine oral, rectal, or injectable medications not requiring a high level of skill or nursing judgment (these are medications that can only be administered by certified medical assistants or medical assistants who have completed a formal accredited training program).
• Performing routine laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood work, electrocardiograms, and x-ray work as needed.
• Identifying vaccination needs for specific patient populations.
• Performing related clerical tasks including answering phones, scheduling appointments, and providing information to other departments.
• Assisting in obtaining insurance prior authorizations.
• Assisting with procedures and sterile set up.
• Assisting with scribing and documentation during visits.
• Providing support in phototherapy and medication refills.

Benefits

• Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa
• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.

What This Job Offers

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