Float Certified Medical Assistant

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to support patient care on a day shift. You will greet patients, take vital signs, prepare equipment, and assist providers with procedures and vaccines.

A CMA or RMA certification is required, with likely 2 years of MA experience preferred. You'll need a high school diploma and a current BLS, plus a Medication Aide certification if applicable.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CMA or RMA certification required.
• Medication Aide certification required if applicable.
• BLS certification within 3 months of hire.
• Mandatory Reporter abuse training within 3 months of hire.
• Valid driver’s license and transportation to multiple worksites.
• Ability to work with a variety of individuals; flexible and adaptable.

Responsibilities

• Perform general patient care following standards and procedures.
• Greet and prepare patients for the health care provider.
• Record vital signs: BP, temp, pulse, respiration, height, weight, allergies, meds, presenting problem.
• May draw blood and prepare specimens for analysis.
• Administer medications and vaccines per orders by provider.
• May perform routine tests, e.g., EKGs.
• Schedule diagnostics and follow up on test completion.
• Communicate test results and plan of care to patients.

Skills

Flexibility

Adaptability

Patient interaction

Communication

Multisite travel

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification

Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) certification

Medication Aide certification

BLS for Healthcare Provider

Mandatory Reporter abuse training

Driver’s license

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description:

Job Requirements / Qualifications

a. Education / Accreditation / Licensure (required & preferred):

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current/valid Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification required or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) required if applicable.
• Successfully completed Medication Aide 40-hour course or current/valid Medication Aide certification by state agency required if applicable.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certified or obtained within three (3) months of hire.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within three (3) months of hire.
• Valid Driver’s/Chauffeurs License required, must meet MercyOne’s Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, must be at least 18 years of age and be eligible to drive per Iowa state law.
• Must possess reliable form of transportation to and from multiple worksites in the MercyOne Medical Group.
• Ability to work with a variety of individuals and personalities; flexible and adaptable.

b. Experience (required and preferred):

• 2 years Medical Assistant experience preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform general patient care by following established standards and procedures.
• Greet and prepare patients for the health care provider.
• Obtain and record vital signs including but not limited to, blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, weight, drug allergies, and current medications and presenting problem.
• May be required to draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Administer ordered medications and/or vaccines via oral, injection, topically, rectal, ophthalmic, and/or inhalant administration.
• May perform routine tests including but not limited to EKG’s.
• Schedule patients for diagnostic testing and follows up to ensure completion of testing.
• Communicate with patient regarding test results and plan of care by phone or mail as directed by physician.
• Prepare, clean and sterilize instruments and maintain equipment; keep patient exam rooms stocked, clean and orderly; dispose of contaminated items according to protocol.
• Document patient plan(s) of care, tests and examination results in the medical record as directed by the provider.
• Escalate non-routine issues, questions and/or concerns to the practice manager or healthcare provider(s).
• Ensure safety checklists/quality controls are completed as required.
• Provide for patient safety and protection of patient privacy rights.
• Perform other duties as assigned by practice manager, MA Lead or as requested by healthcare provider(s).

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs.

For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.