Medical Assistant - Day Shift, Patient Care & Coordination

IHA; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to support patient care in our day shift clinic. You will assist with patient preparation, vital signs, documentation, and support procedures and exams under provider supervision.

Responsibilities include administering medications and immunizations, preparing charts, coordinating tests (labs, X-rays, surgeries), and communicating test results and care plans to patients and families.

Qualifications

• Complete an accredited medical assistant program (CAAHP or ABHES).
• Comfortable working in a collaborative, shared leadership environment.
• BLS certification within 3 months of hire.
• Mandatory Reporter abuse training completion within 3 months of hire.
• Able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English with patients and staff.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient care through preparation, vital signs, and documentation.
• Administer medications, treatments, and immunizations under provider direction.
• Prepare and organize patient charts and ensure documentation is complete.
• Schedule procedures, labs, x-rays, and surgeries; provide pre-/post-surgery information.
• Educate patients and families based on needs and discharge plans.
• Document plans of care and test results in the medical record; escalate issues as needed.

Skills

Collaborative teamwork

Computer literacy

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

CAAHP/ABHES-accredited Medical Assistant program

Job description

Trinity Health is seeking a full-time Medical Assistant to support patient care in our day shift clinic. You will assist with patient preparation, vital signs, documentation, and support procedures and exams under provider supervision.

Responsibilities include administering medications and immunizations, preparing charts, coordinating tests (labs, X-rays, surgeries), and communicating test results and care plans to patients and families.