Clinical Scribe & CMA — Float Pool (Full-Time)

Mercycare; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Mercy Medical Center is seeking a Clinical Scribe (CMA) to support physicians by documenting patient encounters in real time using EPIC. The role requires CMA certification, BLS, and ability to prepare patients, take histories, and assist with procedures.

You will also manage test results, medications, and follow-ups, ensuring accurate medical records and effective communication with patients and families.

Qualifications

• Medical Assistant Certification is required.
• Current BLS certification is required.
• Iowa Dependent Adult Abuse & Iowa Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter training is required.
• Experience as CMA or clinician scribe preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares instruments, supplies and protective devices for exam and testing prior to the visit.
• Rooms and prepares the patient for examination and reviews histories/allergies/medications and vitals.
• Per provider orders, administers injections and collects specimens for lab testing as needed.
• Provides patient instruction using approved education materials for chief complaints and health promotion.
• Documents the encounter in EPIC with sections: HPI, ROS, PEx, assessment and plan, and orders.

Skills

Anatomy knowledge

Diagnosis process

Pharmacology knowledge

Physiology

Lab values

Sterilization techniques

Medication administration safety

Education

Medical Assistant Certification

BLS Certification

Tools

EPIC navigation

ECG machines

Job description

Mercy Medical Center is seeking a Clinical Scribe (CMA) to support physicians by documenting patient encounters in real time using EPIC. The role requires CMA certification, BLS, and ability to prepare patients, take histories, and assist with procedures.

You will also manage test results, medications, and follow-ups, ensuring accurate medical records and effective communication with patients and families.