Certified Medical Assistant

Overview

CMA or LPN

Hiawatha Northridge Family Medicine

FT, 0.9 Monday-Friday

4 / 9 hour days OR 3 / 10 hour days + one 6 hour day

Certified Medical Assistants at UnityPoint Clinic are a major component of a patient's journey. From answering questions, to giving vital information to family members, clinical assistants help ease the minds of everyone who enters the facilities.

As one of the first lines of defense in the medical process, clinical assistants lend a major hand in keeping our clinics running smoothly.

Lively and energetic clinical assistants will help patients learn and grow. A positive experience is the core of the UnityPoint Clinic mission to give patients the best health care experience.

At UnityPoint Clinic, we want your CMA career to benefit you as you help every patient. With training and places for growth, UnityPoint Clinic wants to help you make the most of your education and experience.

Responsibilities

As a CMA at Hiawath Northridge Family Medicine, you will work with patients performing, but not limited to the following :

• Function as a clinician, educator and resource for patients, both in person and via the patient portal.
• Prepare patient for provider visits, which includes history taking, vital sign measurement and medication reconciliation.
• Provide appropriate and timely documentation in the patient’s electronic health record using standardized workflows and processes.
• Preauthorize care, procedures and medications with insurance companies.
• Coordinate care and testing needs for the patient.
• Complete necessary forms for referrals and FMLA.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program for Medical Assistants or equivalent work experience if NHA* certified. Current CMA Certification.
• High school diploma.
• BLS and Mandatory Reporter certification.
• Knowledge of clinical skill techniques, procedures, medical diagnoses, and treatments.
• Effective communication skills (written and verbal).
• A positive and team-oriented attitude.
• Ability to assist providers in professional manner.

Why UnityPoint Health?

• Commitment to our Team For the third consecutive year, we're proud to be recognized as a by Becker's Healthcare for our commitment to our team members.
• Culture At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.
• Benefits Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment We’re committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
• Development We believe equipping you with support and is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
• Community Involvement Be an essential part of our core purpose to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.
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