MA/ LPN Pulmonary and Infectious Disease PART TIME

Trinity Health; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Trinity Health is seeking a part-time Medical Assistant for the day shift in Des Moines, IA. The role involves rooming patients, taking vitals, assisting with procedures and immunizations, and maintaining EMR documentation under provider supervision.

The ideal candidate will have CMA or RMA certification within the first year, BLS, and accreditation from a recognized MA program, with experience in a clinic setting and strong teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an accredited medical assistant program.
• CMA or RMA certification within first year of employment.
• Clinic/physician office experience preferred.
• BLS certification within 3 months of hire.
• Mandatory Reporter abuse training completed within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Recognizes urgent or emergent patient needs and initiates appropriate emergency procedures.
• Maintains and manages electronic medical records per clinic protocol.
• Assists with procedures and operates diagnostic equipment as assigned (EKG, spirometry, tympanometry).
• Maintains aseptic technique for preparation, procedures and medications.
• Documents all patient interactions in the EMR accurately.
• Reports results and pertinent information to patients and health care team.
• Rooming patients, taking vitals, assisting with immunizations and injections under supervision.
• Coordinates cross-coverage in other clinic areas as needed.
• Participates in Performance Improvement projects.

Skills

BLS

CMA/RMA

EMR documentation

Team communication

Education

CAAHEP/ABHES accredited MA program

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Employment Type: Part time

Shift: Day Shift

Description: Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant

• Demonstrates ability to recognize urgent/emergent needs of patients and initiate appropriate emergency procedures as needed.
• Demonstrates current level of knowledge of various payor regulations by functioning within those guidelines.
• Follows clinic procedure/protocol for the organization and management of the electronic medical record (i.e. test results, retrieval, filing, creation, repair, charging of electronic medical record).
• Acts to facilitate interdisciplinary communication. Utilizes other members of the health care team in assessing the patient and analyzes patient data. Assesses learning needs of the patient and significant others. Gives accurate and complete information to patient and family.
• Evaluates patient and family understanding of treatment plan and/or instructions.
• Assists with a variety of procedures, exams and/or operation of diagnostic equipment as assigned (i.e. EKG, spirometry, tympanometry, etc.).
• Maintains appropriate aseptic technique for preparation, procedures and medications administered.
• Accurately documents all patient interactions in electronic medical record.
• Reports results and pertinent information to patients and health care team members.
• Functions according to limitations or scope of license or certification.
• Performs basic medical assistant functions (vitals, rooming, assist with procedures, immunizations, medication injections etc), under direction and supervision of provider.
• Maintains professional appearance of patient exam and procedure rooms.
• Maintains supplies in assigned area

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:

• Work includes cross coverage in other clinic areas as team needs.
• Responsible for following equipment maintenance protocol, identifying problems, and coordinating appropriate repairs.
• Participates in Performance Improvement projects.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Successful completion of a medical assistant program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Programs (CAAHP) or Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) certification must be obtained within first year of employment and maintained thereafter.
• Clinic/physician office experience preferred.
• 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 serve within three (3) months of hire.

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.