Certified Medical Assistant

UnityPoint Health; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Parental leave

Dental and health insurance

Daily Pay

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Pet insurance

Job summary

UnityPoint Health in Dubuque, IA seeks a Certified Medical Assistant to support patient rooming, exams, and minor procedures in a fast-paced clinic setting.

You will document histories, vitals, and screenings, assist with specimens, and coordinate referrals while maintaining EMR accuracy and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program required.
• Previous clinical experience in a medical office preferred.

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 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.

Skills

Compassionate

Organized

Clear communication

Customer service

Professionalism

Education

Graduate of an accredited Medical Assistant program

Tools

EMR

CPT/ICD-10 coding

Job description

Overview

Certified Medical Assistant Virtual Interview Event | Dubuque, IA

Tuesday, October 20, 2026 | 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.

Meet virtually with our team and learn how you can make an impact as a Certified Medical Assistant in Dubuque.

UnityPoint Health is seeking compassionate, collaborative Certified Medical Assistants to join our clinic teams in Dubuque, Iowa. Openings are available in Family Medicine, Endocrinology, Internal Medicine, Surgery, and Urgent Care. Under the direction of a health care provider, the Certified Medical Assistant delivers patient care that promotes the safety and well-being of our patients while supporting providers and clinical teams throughout the care experience.

Open positions:

Certified Medical Assistant opportunities in Family Medicine, Endocrinology, Internal Medicine, Surgery, and Urgent Care

Schedules:

Full-time clinic opportunities are available. Schedule details vary by specialty and will be reviewed during the interview.

Role Details:

Under the direction of a health care provider, the Certified Medical Assistant is responsible for delivering patient care that promotes the safety and well-being of our patients. In this role, you will assist with patient rooming, examinations, treatments, and minor procedures; obtain and document patient histories, vital signs, and screenings; support specimen collection and provider orders within scope; coordinate referrals and follow-up; and provide patient and family education as directed by the provider.

Specialty Opportunities

Choose from opportunities across Family Medicine, Endocrinology, Internal Medicine, Surgery, and Urgent Care. Each setting offers the opportunity to build meaningful patient relationships, collaborate closely with providers, and contribute to an exceptional care experience.

Who We Are Seeking

Compassionate, organized Certified Medical Assistants who communicate clearly, work well with providers and clinical teams, and are committed to delivering safe, patient-centered care. Successful candidates demonstrate professionalism, reliability, attention to detail, strong customer service, and comfort using standardized workflows in an electronic medical record.

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 Certified 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.