Medical Assistant Trainee: Patient Care & Clinic Support

Primary Health Care, Inc (PHC); Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO accrual

License reimbursement

Education leave

401k match

Life & disability insurance

HSA

Job summary

Primary Health Care, Inc (PHC) is hiring a Medical Assistant or Medical Assistant Trainee in Des Moines, IA. The role supports clinical care and administrative tasks under licensed staff guidance and involves patient rooming, vitals, EHR documentation, and basic procedures.

The position offers a 32-hour workweek with a shift mix including weekday evenings and a Saturday rotation every 6–8 weeks. Training is provided for Trainees to develop skills over ~6 months.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary diploma, certificate, or AS in Medical Assisting or high school diploma or equivalent plus one year of Medical Assistant experience.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Patient Care Team to deliver healthcare in a clinic setting.
• Prepare for exams/procedures and assist providers; room patients and obtain vital signs.
• Document care in EHR; manage prior authorizations and referrals.
• Perform point-of-care testing per CLIA; administer medications, immunizations, and treatments.
• Provide patient education based on age and learning needs.
• Maintain supplies and safety/compliance per infection control policies.

Skills

Computer literacy

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Independent work

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

Post-secondary diploma/certificate/AS in Medical Assisting

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Primary Health Care, Inc (PHC) is hiring a Medical Assistant or Medical Assistant Trainee in Des Moines, IA. The role supports clinical care and administrative tasks under licensed staff guidance and involves patient rooming, vitals, EHR documentation, and basic procedures.

The position offers a 32-hour workweek with a shift mix including weekday evenings and a Saturday rotation every 6–8 weeks. Training is provided for Trainees to develop skills over ~6 months.