Certified Medical Assistant - Department of Orthopedics

Physicians' Clinic of Iowa; Cedar Rapids (IA); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No nights or weekends

Paid holidays

Generous PTO

Job summary

Physicians' Clinic of Iowa in Cedar Rapids, IA, is seeking a full-time Certified Medical Assistant to support the Orthopedics department in a busy clinical setting. You will prepare patients for examinations, assist with procedures, injections, casting, and manage vital signs and lab coordination.

Strong EMR proficiency, excellent communication, and a commitment to patient care are essential. PCI emphasizes teamwork, safety, and a tobacco-free workplace with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Current Certified Medical Assistant required.
• Experience with casting application is beneficial.
• CPR certification is required or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Strong commitment to patient care and teamwork.
• Excellent communication skills, professionalism, reliability, and maintaining confidentiality.
• Proficiency in EMR and related computer systems.
• Thorough understanding of safety regulations and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for examinations and assist providers during medical procedures.
• Prepare injections and medications, dress wounds and surgical incisions, and assist with casting.
• Maintaining records of vitals and other pertinent patient health data.
• Handle patient communication, including returning phone calls, calling in prescriptions, and ensuring all required lab work is completed and available prior to patient appointments.
• Triage incoming patient phone calls and relay critical information to the appropriate healthcare provider in a timely manner.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

EMR systems

Safety compliance

Education

Certified Medical Assistant

Tools

Casting knowledge

Job description

Certified Medical Assistant - Department of Orthopedics

Regular Full-Time Cedar Rapids, IA, US

Join the best team in healthcare! Physicians' Clinic of Iowa, one of the leading multi-specialty physician groups in the region, is seeking a full timeCertified Medical Assistant (CMA) to work in our busy Orthopedic Department.

Primary duties for this position include but are not limited to:

• Prepare patients for examinations and assist providers during medical procedures.
• Prepare injections and medications, dress wounds and surgical incisions, and assist with casting.
• Maintaining records of vitals and other pertinent patient health data.
• Handle patient communication, including returning phone calls, calling in prescriptions, and ensuring all required lab work (e.g., blood tests, X-rays) is completed and available prior to patient appointments.
• Triage incoming patient phone calls and relay critical information to the appropriate healthcare provider in a timely manner.

Qualifications:

• Current Certified Medical Assistant required.
• Experience with casting application is beneficial.
• CPR certification is required or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• Strong Commitment to patient care and teamwork.
• Excellent communication skills, professionalism, reliability, and maintaining confidentiality.
• Proficiency (or ability to become proficient) in EMR and related computer systems.
• Thorough understanding of safety regulations and best practices.

Why Join PCI?

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.
• No nights or weekends.
• Paid holidays and a generous paid time off program.
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment focused on quality and compassion in patient care.

PCI is E.O.E. Pre-employment drug screen and background check required. PCI is a tobacco free workplace.