Medical Assistant II - Medicine Specialty Clinic (90%-100%)
About The Position
University of Iowa Health Care Department of Nursing is seeking a 90%-100% Medical Assistant II to work in the Medicine Specialty Clinic. Under direct supervision of a licensed independent practitioner, RN, nurse manager/assistant nurse manager, or other licensed designee, this role functions as a member of the patient care team. The Medical Assistant II performs technical, patient care, and related clerical functions in an urgent care setting by coordinating all elements of the patient visit. Staff will support organ Medicine Specialty patients, facilitating the smooth flow of patients through the clinic through interaction with patients, families, and staff. University of Iowa Health Care is recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States, Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center, and a regional referral center with over 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers working together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service. Our mission is: 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 a 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 to ensure accurate and complete data is available for patient appointments.
- 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 formal accredited training).
- 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
- Fringe benefit package including paid vacation
- Sick leave
- Health, dental, life, and 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
