Medical Assistant; Monona Family Medicine; 0.8 FTE
About The Position
The Medical Assistant (MA) is a member of the clinic’s patient care team, working alongside registered nurses, clinic assistants, technicians, clerical staff, physician assistants, nurse practitioners, and physicians. The MA performs technical, patient-related, and clerical functions in the ambulatory setting and remains aware of the psychosocial needs of patients and families. The role supports clinic operations and delivers safe, quality-focused patient care aligned with UnityPoint Health–Meriter’s values. The position may provide phlebotomy coverage as needed. The schedule is 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with either Tuesday or Wednesday off. The role is listed as 0.8 FTE.
Requirements
- Complete an accredited Medical Assistant Program (one-year vocational school program), an accredited LPN Program, or an accredited EMT Program; alternatively, hold a current CMA, CCMA, or RMA certification.
- Current CPR certification.
- Enjoy working with a variety of patient ages and conditions or diagnoses.
- Excellent organizational, internal, and external service excellence skills.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to present oneself professionally.
- Ability to work well independently and within teams.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, changing environment with multiple priorities.
- Ability to prioritize work efficiently.
- Ability to recognize and respond to urgent needs in a timely manner.
Nice To Haves
- Current certification or registration as a Medical Assistant or Licensed Practical Nurse.
- Prior knowledge or experience in an ambulatory healthcare setting.
- Knowledge of the Epic Electronic Health Record (EHR) System.
- Prior knowledge or experience working with regulatory standards such as CMS and Joint Commission.
Responsibilities
- Perform technical, patient-related functions in the ambulatory setting.
- Perform clerical functions in the ambulatory setting.
- Be aware of the psychosocial needs of patients and families.
- Support clinic operations and deliver safe, quality-focused patient care.
- Fill in for phlebotomy as needed.
Benefits
- $5,000 sign-on bonus
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- 401K matching
- Employee recognition program
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid holidays
- Short- and long-term disability
- Pet insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Adoption assistance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
