Medical Assistant – Patient Care & Clinic Support

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

Job summary

MercyOne West Des Moines is seeking a Medical Assistant for Grand Ave FM to support clinical operations. The role involves patient preparation, vital sign collection, documentation, and basic clinical procedures, as well as coordinating patient flow.

Full-time, day shift (40 hours/week, M-F). Requires completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program; MA certification/registration preferred prior to hire and required within one year.

Qualifications

• Must have completed an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Experience or certification in MA preferred within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist physicians and 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.

Skills

Vital signs collection

Patient preparation

Medical records documentation

Patient experience

Education

Accredited Medical Assistant program

Job description

MercyOne West Des Moines is seeking a Medical Assistant for Grand Ave FM to support clinical operations. The role involves patient preparation, vital sign collection, documentation, and basic clinical procedures, as well as coordinating patient flow.

Full-time, day shift (40 hours/week, M-F). Requires completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program; MA certification/registration preferred prior to hire and required within one year.