Compassionate Medical Assistant—Patient Care & Coordination

MercyOne Medical Group; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health is seeking a Full-time Medical Assistant to support patient care through preparation, vital signs, documentation, and coordination of procedures. The role involves assisting providers with exams, administering medications, and ensuring accurate charting and communication of test results.

Emphasis on confidentiality, patient education, and teamwork. The ideal candidate has completed an accredited Medical Assistant program and will obtain CMA/RMA/CCMA/NCMA or equivalent within one

Qualifications

• Certification within one year of hire: CMA/RMA/NCMA/CCMA/NRCMA/NPCE MA.
• BLS certification required within 3 months of hire.
• Mandatory Reporter abuse training within 3 months of hire.
• Proficient in basic computer skills (Windows, MS Office).
• Ability to communicate effectively in English with patients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient care through preparation, vital sign collection, and documentation.
• Assist with procedures, exams, and diagnostic equipment while maintaining aseptic technique.
• Administer medications, treatments, and immunizations under provider direction.
• Prepare and organize patient charts and communicate test results and care plan to patients.
• Schedule and coordinate procedures, labs, X-rays, and surgeries; inform patients about pre/post care.

Skills

Collaborative environment

Patient communication

Computer skills

Education

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)

Medical Assistant (NCMA)

Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMA)

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA)

Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant (NRCMA)

NPCE MA

CAAHP/ABHES accredited program

BLS certification

Mandatory Reporter abuse training

English language proficiency

Job description

Trinity Health is seeking a Full-time Medical Assistant to support patient care through preparation, vital signs, documentation, and coordination of procedures. The role involves assisting providers with exams, administering medications, and ensuring accurate charting and communication of test results.

Emphasis on confidentiality, patient education, and teamwork. The ideal candidate has completed an accredited Medical Assistant program and will obtain CMA/RMA/CCMA/NCMA or equivalent within one