Medical Assistant, Certified (CMA) - Float

Lifepoint Health, Inc.; Ottumwa (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K with employer match

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Ottumwa Regional, part of Lifepoint Health, seeks a Certified Medical Assistant to float among clinics, supporting clinical and administrative tasks with a patient-centered approach. The role emphasizes flexibility, accuracy, and teamwork to ensure seamless care across sites.

Requirements include CMA/RMA/CCMA licensure within 60 days and BLS within 30 days; education options include a high school diploma (or equivalent) with preferred associate degree. Schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent (preferred; Associate degree preferred).
• License: CMA or RMA or CCMA via the AAMA or NHA must be obtained within 60 days of hire.
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient assessments and treatments under supervision.
• Perform basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection; monitor changes in patient condition.
• Maintain equipment and supplies; stock, clean and troubleshoot; manage examination areas.
• Perform administrative duties including filing, reception, scheduling, data entry and patient registration.
• Exhibit exceptional customer service with patients and teammates.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Independent work

Stress management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree preferred

Job description

Your Experience Matters

Ottumwa Regional is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Medical Assistant joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. The individual in this position will float to all clinics when there is a need.

Certified Medical Assistant - Float

Why join us

Fundamental To Providing Great Care Is Supporting And Rewarding Our Team. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
• And much more...

What We're Looking For

The Medical Assistant performs routine clinical and administrative duties in support of assigned area or office and reports to the Practice Manager.

How You'll Contribute

• Under the supervision of physicians or nurses, assists with performing patient assessments and treatments.
• Performs basic diagnostic procedures and specimen collection. Monitors and communicates changes in patient condition. Documents patient care given.
• Maintains equipment and medical supplies, including reordering, stocking, cleaning, and troubleshooting. Maintains examination areas.
• Perform administrative or clerical duties as assigned, including filing, reception, scheduling, data entry, and patient registration.
• Exhibits exceptional customer service with patients and teammates.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education: High school diploma or equivalent Preferred; Associate degree Preferred

License: CMA or RMA or CCMA via the AAMA or NHA must be obtained within 60 days of hire.

Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire.

Required Skills: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

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

EEOC Statement

Ottumwa Regional Physicians Admin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ottumwa Regional Physicians Admin is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.