CMA/LPN - General Surgery

UnityPoint Health; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

401K matching

Dental and health insurance

Daily Pay access

Job summary

UnityPoint Health is seeking a CMA/LPN for the General Surgery team. The role runs Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and involves supporting patient care, exams, treatments, and education.

Candidates must hold CMA certification or LPN licensure in Iowa. Experience in outpatient settings and EPIC familiarity are a plus, with comprehensive benefits and a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• Iowa licensure or CMA certification required or in process.
• Clinical outpatient experience preferred.
• Familiarity with EPIC EHR is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians during patient exams and procedures.
• Room patients, record histories and vital signs, document in EHR.
• Administer medications, immunizations and treatments per licensure.
• Educate patients on health, medications and follow-up care.
• Coordinate referrals and patient follow-ups.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organized clinical environment.

Skills

Clinical skills

Patient care

Medical terminology

EPIC knowledge

Education

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification

LPN licensure (Iowa)

Tools

EPIC EHR

Job description

Full Time Benefits

We are seeking a compassionate clinical professional to join our team. This position is open to

• Area of Interest: Nursing


• FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.0


• Department: Surgery- DQ


• Shift: Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm


• Job ID: 187596

Overview

UnityPoint Clinic

CMA/LPN - General Surgery

Monday-Friday 8:00AM-5:00PM

Full Time Benefits

We are seeking a compassionate clinical professional to join our team. This position is open to Certified Medical Assistants (CMA) or Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN). This clinical professional will provide support in patient care, assisting with exams, treatments, and patient education.

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 physicians during patient exams and procedures


• Room patients, record patient histories, vital signs, and document in the electronic health record (EHR)


• Administer medications, immunizations, and treatments per scope of licensure


• Educate patients on health, medications, and follow-up care


• Coordinate referrals and patient care follow-ups


• Ensure a clean, safe, and organized clinical environment

Qualifications

• Valid and current licensure/certification in the state of Iowa as one of the following:
  
  
  
  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Iowa Board of Nursing
  
  
  • Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) – accredited program with certification (AAMA, NCCT, AMT, NHA, NCMA, NAHP, AAH, ARMA or NHCA)
  
  
  
  


• Prior experience in a clinical or outpatient setting preferred


• Familiarity with EPIC a plus!