Medical Assistant or LPN Adel Clinic

MercyOne; Adel (IA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne is seeking a Medical Assistant to join our team for a full-time, day shift in a clinical setting in Iowa. You will support a wide range of patient care activities, document interactions in the EMR, and assist with exams and procedures under provider supervision.

Ideal candidates have completed an accredited MA program, hold CMA/RMA or be prepared to obtain certification within a year, and possess BLS. Strong teamwork and adherence to safety protocols are essential.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a CAAHP- or ABHES-accredited medical assistant program.
• CMA or RMA certification must be obtained within the first year of employment.
• Clinic/physician office experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required or obtained within 3 months.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training within 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates ability to recognize urgent/emergent patient needs and initiate emergency procedures.
• Follows clinic procedures for EMR management, including test results and charting.
• Facilitates interdisciplinary communication and assesses patient data with the care team.
• Evaluates patient understanding of treatment plans and instructions.
• Assists with procedures and operates diagnostic equipment as assigned.
• Maintains aseptic technique for procedures and medications.
• Documents all patient interactions accurately in the EMR.
• Reports results to patients and health care team members.
• Performs basic MA tasks (vitals, rooming, injections) under supervision.
• Keeps patient exam and procedure rooms professionally maintained.
• Cross-coverage in other clinic areas as needed; participates in maintenance and improvement activities.

Skills

Clinic/physician office experience

Education

CAAHP/ABHES accredited medical assistant program

CMA or RMA certification within 1 year

BLS for Healthcare Provider

Mandatory Reporter abuse training

Job description

Employment Type:Full timeShift:Day ShiftDescription:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Medical Assistant

• Demonstrates ability to recognize urgent/emergent needs of patients and initiate appropriate emergency procedures as needed.
• Demonstrates current level of knowledge of various payor regulations by functioning within those guidelines.
• Follows clinic procedure/protocol for the organization and management of the electronic medical record (i.e. test results, retrieval, filing, creation, repair, charging of electronic medical record).
• Acts to facilitate interdisciplinary communication. Utilizes other members of the health care team in assessing the patient and analyzes patient data. Assesses learning needs of the patient and significant others. Gives accurate and complete information to patient and family.
• Evaluates patient and family understanding of treatment plan and/or instructions.
• Assists with a variety of procedures, exams and/or operation of diagnostic equipment as assigned (i.e. EKG, spirometry, tympanometry, etc.).
• Maintains appropriate aseptic technique for preparation, procedures and medications administered.
• Accurately documents all patient interactions in electronic medical record.
• Reports results and pertinent information to patients and health care team members.
• Functions according to limitations or scope of license or certification.
• Performs basic medical assistant functions (vitals, rooming, assist with procedures, immunizations, medication injections etc), under direction and supervision of provider.
• Maintains professional appearance of patient exam and procedure rooms.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

• Work includes cross coverage in other clinic areas as team needs.
• Responsible for following equipment maintenance protocol, identifying problems, and coordinating appropriate repairs.
• Participates in Performance Improvement projects.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Successful completion of a medical assistant program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Programs (CAAHP) or Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES).
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) certification must be obtained within first year of employment and maintained thereafter.
• Clinic/physician office experience preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certified or obtained within three (3) months of hire.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population serve within three (3) months of hire.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.