Certified Medical Assistant

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

UnityPoint Health

Family Medicine Clinic

Altoona, IA

Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM (some flexibility)

Full-time + benefits

MUST have your Certified Medical Assistant certification. This includes graduating from an accredited program AND a certification from one of the certifying bodies below :

• CCMA (NHA) - Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, National Healthcareer Association
• CMA (AAMA) - Certified Medical Assistant, American Association of Medical Assistants
• CMA-NCCT - Certified Medical Assistant, National Center for Competency Testing
• CMA-NCMA - Certified Medical Assistant, National Certified Medical Assistant
• NRCMA (NAHP) - Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant, National Association of Health Professionals
• RMA (AMT) - Registered Medical Assistant, American Medical Technologists
• RMA (AAH) - Registered Medical Assistant, American Allied Health
• RMA (ARMA) - Registered Medical Assistant, American Registry of Medical Assistants

Current CPR / BLS certification required.

Previous experience in a family medicine or primary care setting preferred.

Excellent communication, organizational, and patient service skills.

Experience using EPIC a plus!

Responsibilities :

Assist providers with patient examinations, procedures, and treatments.

Obtain and record vital signs, medical histories, and patient information in the electronic medical record (EMR).

Administer medications and immunizations as directed by the provider.

Prepare exam rooms, sterilize instruments, and maintain clinical supplies.

Perform basic laboratory tests and specimen collection.

Schedule appointments, manage patient flow, and provide patient education.

Ensure compliance with clinic policies, OSHA, HIPAA, and other healthcare regulations.

Collaborate with providers, nurses, and administrative staff to deliver coordinated patient care.