Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Cardiology

UnityPoint Health; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Clinical Assistant to join their team. This role involves assisting providers and clinical staff in delivering exceptional patient care, from preparing patients for examinations to documenting vital information in electronic health records. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal skills and be a certified Medical Assistant, committed to enhancing the patient experience. With a focus on community health and a supportive work environment, this opportunity offers a fulfilling career path in a culture that values diversity and inclusion. Join a team where you can truly make a difference in people's lives.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

401K Matching

Employee Recognition Program

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Short and Long-term Disability

Pet Insurance

Parental Leave

Qualifications

• Must have current Medical Assistant certification and CPR certification.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist providers with obtaining vital information and preparing patients.
• Document patient information in electronic health records accurately.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Teamwork

Education

AAMA, NHA or NCCT Medical Assistant Certification

CPR Certification

Mandatory Reporter Certification

Tools

Electronic Health Record Systems

Job description

UPH Additional Information

Why UnityPoint Health?

Commitment to our Team – 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.

Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and an 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.

1. Caring is what we do, and it starts with our team members: expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program as we support you both personally and professionally.
2. You can only give your best when you feel your best, and we help you live well with dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members to give you peace of mind.
3. We strive to make things easier and more personal in health care to set us apart from the rest, and you can experience that commitment through early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, a tuition reimbursement program designed to help you further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family in the way that works for you.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment – At UnityPoint Health, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. Our collective goal is to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected.

Development – We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities 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.

Hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work at https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org

Overview

The clinical assistant assists provider and other clinical staff with obtaining basic vital information, preparing patient for examination, treatment and minor surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

1. Demonstrates competence in the clinical skills necessary to carry out assigned job duties.
2. Responsible for tracking system for follow-up appointments related to office visits, laboratory tests and procedures to regularly follow patients monitoring disease status.
3. Answer questions and provide teaching to patients and family members.
4. Provide appropriate and timely documentation in the patient’s electronic health record using standardized workflows and processes.
5. Provide information to appropriate regulatory agencies (i.e. health department).
6. Thoroughly understand testing (lab and procedures) values and relationship to patient status with accountability to take next steps, as appropriate to scope and licensure.
7. Be aware of what is happening in clinic/department and the organization by attending clinic/department meetings, reading emails and regularly checking information on the organization’s intranet site.
8. Demonstrate initiative to improve quality and customer service by striving to exceed customer expectations.
9. Balance team and individual responsibilities; be open and objective to other’s views; give and welcome feedback; contribute to positive team goals; and put the success of the team above own interests.
10. Perform other duties as requested by Clinic Administrator to facilitate the smooth and effective operations of the office.

Qualifications

1. Current AAMA, NHA or NCCT Medical Assistant certification
2. CPR certification
3. Mandatory Reporter certification
4. Strong interpersonal skills
5. Ability to work as a team member
6. Use of usual/customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position