Medical Assistant – Flexible PTO & Growth

Primary Health Care, Inc.; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Out of town travel bonus

Shift differential

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Primary Health Care, Inc. is seeking a Medical Assistant or Medical Assistant Trainee at the Mercy Family Practice Residency Clinic in Des Moines, IA. The role supports clinical care and administrative tasks under licensed staff, with shifts Monday-Friday and occasional coverage at other PHC clinics.

A competitive pay range and a full benefits package accompany on-the-job training opportunities. Ideal candidates have a post-secondary credential in Medical Assisting or related experience, with

Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma, certificate, or Associate degree in Medical Assisting, or high school diploma or equivalent plus one year of Medical Assistant experience.
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers must be obtained within 90 days of employment.
• Mandatory Reporter Training for Child Abuse and Dependent Adult Abuse (Iowa) must be obtained within 90 days of employment.
• For Medical Assistant Trainee: High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of direct patient care experience with listed clinical competencies may be required for internal candidates.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the Patient Care Team to provide healthcare in a clinic setting and perform workflows efficiently.
• Prepares for exams/procedures and assists the provider; manages rooming and vitals per workflow.
• Documents care accurately in the EHR; processes prior authorizations and referrals as per guidelines.
• Performs point-of-care testing per CLIA; ensures timely service orders; administers medications, immunizations, and treatments.
• Provides patient education appropriate to age and learning needs.
• Maintains quality controls; cleans and transports contaminated instruments; restocks exam room supplies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Basic computer proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Customer service

Initiative

Organization

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Professionalism

Education

Post-secondary diploma in Medical Assisting

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Primary Health Care, Inc. is seeking a Medical Assistant or Medical Assistant Trainee at the Mercy Family Practice Residency Clinic in Des Moines, IA. The role supports clinical care and administrative tasks under licensed staff, with shifts Monday-Friday and occasional coverage at other PHC clinics.

A competitive pay range and a full benefits package accompany on-the-job training opportunities. Ideal candidates have a post-secondary credential in Medical Assisting or related experience, with