Medical Assistant (MA) or LPN: Orthopedic Surgery

IHA; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne Orthopedic Surgery in Waterloo, IA, is hiring a Medical Assistant (MA) or LPN for day shift. This full-time role supports physicians and clinicians by preparing patients, taking vital signs, documenting in medical records, and performing basic clinical procedures.

The position emphasizes efficient patient flow, accuracy in charting, and delivering a caring, positive patient experience. Completion of an accredited MA program is required or an Iowa LPN license; MA certification preferred

Qualifications

• Must have completed accredited Medical Assistant program.
• LPN license/registration required in Iowa; MA certification preferred within one year.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians and other healthcare providers in delivering patient care.
• Perform patient preparation, vital sign collection, documentation, and basic clinical procedures.
• Coordinate patient flow and maintain accurate medical records to ensure a positive patient experience.

Education

Medical Assistant program

LPN program

Job description

Description

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Position

Position: Medical Assistant (MA) or LPN: Orthopedic Surgery

Location

Location: Waterloo, IA

Schedule

Schedule: 36 hours per week, Day shift, M-F

Supports the operation of the clinical practice by performing a variety of administrative and clinical tasks. This position is responsible for assisting physicians and other healthcare providers in delivering patient care through patient preparation, vital sign collection, documentation, and basic clinical procedures. The Medical Assistant also coordinates patient flow, maintaining accurate medical records, and ensuring a positive patient experience.

Required

• Must have successfully completed accredited Medical Assistant program.


• MA Certification/Registration preferred prior to hire and required within one year.

OR

• Must have successfully completed accredited LPN program.


• LPN License in the state of Iowa.

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