Medical Assistant - Ames

Primary-Health-Care,-Inc.; Ames (IA); On-site; USD 2,480,000 - 3,855,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differential

Mileage reimbursement

Out-of-town bonus

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Primary-Health-Care,-Inc. is seeking a Medical Assistant in Ames to support clinical and administrative tasks at Story County Clinics. The role requires collaboration with a multidisciplinary team, accurate EHR documentation, and patient-centered care.

You will work Monday–Friday 8 AM–5 PM with a rotating Saturday shift at the Marshalltown Clinic, about every six weeks, in a 40-hour week. The position offers a potential $5/hour differential for limited weekend or after-hours shifts, mileage

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of MA/related clinical experience or completion of an accredited medical assisting program.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork abilities with diverse groups.
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills with attention to detail.
• Professional demeanor with empathy in all interactions.
• Basic computer skills including MS Office and electronic health record systems.
• Current BLS for Healthcare Providers; Mandatory Reporter for Iowa (must be obtained during Introductory Period).

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Patient Care Team to deliver clinical and administrative support.
• Prepare for exam or procedure and assist the provider; manage rooming and vital signs.
• Document patient care accurately in the EHR and process referrals per guidelines.
• Perform point-of-care testing per CLIA guidelines and administer medications or vaccines as ordered.
• Provide age-appropriate patient education.
• Maintain supply levels and ensure clean, safe exam rooms.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Empathy

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Medical assisting program completion (accredited)

Job description

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Medical Assistant - Ames

Full Time AMES-Story County Clinics, Ames, IA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2236

Salary Range: $18.65 To $27.98 Hourly

As a Medical Assistant at PHC you will support the delivery of healthcare by providing clinical care and administrative support as delegated by licensed clinical staff. You will work in accordance with standard and scope established by PHC policies and procedures and will perform work with special consideration for patient safety and infection control policies and procedures. You will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to welcome patients to a safe and inclusive environment and to engage patients in holistic care.

In this position, you will be based at Story County Clinic in Ames and scheduled 40 hours per week, Monday - Friday 8 AM - 5 PM. You will also be scheduled for the Saturday rotation, working 9 AM - 1 PM at PHC Marshalltown Clinic approximately once every six weeks. This position is eligible for a $5.00 per hour shift differential when working a 3-hour shift either on a Saturday or after 5 PM on a weekday.

You may be asked to float to clinics in Ames or Marshalltown on occasion. Mileage reimbursment and out-of-town bonus may apply.

What You Will Do

• Collaborates with assigned Patient Care Team and others to provide needed healthcare to patients in a clinic setting. Performs assigned workflows efficiently and effectively.
• Prepares for exam/procedure and assists provider as requested. Facilitates the patient rooming and intake process and obtains accurate patient vital signs per established workflow.
• Documents patient care accurately and timely in the electronic health record. Completes timely prior authorizations and referrals per established guidelines.
• Performs point-of-care testing per CLIA guidelines and other established workflows. Ensures service orders are completed timely. Administers medications, immunizations, and treatments per written or standing orders.
• Provides patient education appropriate to the patient’s age and identified learning needs.
• Completes and accurately documents quality controls per established process. Performs pre-cleaning and transport of contaminated instruments per infection control policies and procedures. Routinely evaluates supply levels in exam rooms, removing expired supplies and restocking as appropriate.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications You Need

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of experience in a medical assistant, patient care technician, certified nurse assistant, phlebotomy, or related clinical position or completion of medical assisting program from an accredited institution.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, teamwork and collaboration skills with ability for a team approach to care plus develop and maintain effective working relationships with a diverse group of individuals.
• Organization and priority skills with detail orientation.
• Professional skills with ability to remain composed in all situations and show empathy.
• Basic computer skills with proficiency using Microsoft Office applications and electronic health record system.
• Effective problem-solving skills.
• Licenses & Certifications: Current Basic Life Support for HealthCare Providers; current Mandatory Reporter approved for the State of Iowa. Must be obtained with Introductory Period if not current.

Preferred

• Effective Medical Assistant skills with ability to utilize universal precautions in patient care.
• Work experience in a community health center or medical clinic.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills in Spanish.
• Phlebotomy skills.

We Take Care of Our People

Your experience and skills determine your base pay. The typical hiring range for this position is $18.65 - 23.32 per hour. Candidates with extensive related experience may be considered for additional compensation up to the pay range maximum. In addition to base pay, PHC offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Generous PTO accrual
• Eight paid holidays
• License/certification fee reimbursement
• Paid time off for continuing education & continuing education reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement program
• 401k with company match
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life & disability insurance
• Flexible spending & health savings accounts
• Supplemental accident & critical illness insurance
• Discounted pet insurance
• PHC Priderewards program

Visit https://phciowa.org/careers for a summary of PHC’s benefits.

*Applies to positions requiring clinical licensure or certification.

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Monday - Friday 8 AM - 5 PM

Saturday 9 AM - 1 PM, once every 6 weeks @ Marshalltown Clinic

40 Hours Per Week