Job Information
UnityPoint Health Certified Medical Assistant in Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Area of Interest: Allied Health
FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0
Department: Pain Mgmt/Pain Clinic
Shift: M-F 8:00 am - 4:30 depending on procedure schedule
Job ID: 180555
Overview
$5,000 Sign-on Bonus!
The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) works with providers, nursing, and patient care techs to help support patient care needs on the inpatient med/surg rehab unit. In coordination and as delegated by the nurse, the CMA may complete the following tasks, but not limited to taking patient vital signs, performs dressing changes, passes non-controlled and non-intravenous medications, and supports admission and discharge tasks on the unit.
Why UnityPoint Health?
At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.
Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few:
Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program .
Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.
Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family .
With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.
And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.
Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.
Responsibilities
Assist providers and clinical staff with patient rooming, exams, treatments, and minor procedures
Obtain patient history and review of systems; measure and document vital signs and screenings
Accurately document all care in the electronic medical record (EMR) using standardized workflows
Perform specimen collection, including blood draws, and prepare samples for lab analysis as needed
Carry out provider orders within scope of licensure, including administering medications and vaccinations
Manage results, patient follow-ups, and tracking systems to support ongoing care
Schedule referrals and complete required forms, requisitions, and appropriate CPT/ICD-10 coding
Provide patient and family education as directed by the provider
Interpret lab and procedure results within scope and take appropriate next steps
Maintain compliance with CLIA, OSHA, HIPAA, and organizational policies
Participate in team communications and meetings; demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and strong customer service
Qualifications
Education:
Graduate of an accredited program for Medical Assistants (Certificate, diploma, or Associate’s Degree ) required .
Experience:
Previous clinical experience in a medical office preferred.
License(s)/Certification(s):
Certified or Registered Medical Assistant through one of the following required:
National Healthcareer Association
American Association of Medical Assistants
National Center for Competency Testing
National Certifi ed Medical Assistant
National Association of Health Professionals
American Registry of Medical Assistants
American Allied Health
American Medical Technologists
Certified Medical Administrative Assistant through the National Healthcareer Association
Certified Basic Life Support through the American Heart Association required within 30 days of hire.
IA /IL Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training in state(s) where providing care required within 90 days of hire.
IA/IL Adult Dependent Abuse Mandatory Reporter Training in state(s) where providing Care required within 90 days of hire.