Patient Care Medical Assistant - Day Shift

IHA; Carroll (IA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health seeks a dedicated Medical Assistant to deliver patient-centered care, prepare charts, and support providers during exams and procedures. You will collect vital signs, assist with diagnostic equipment, and help coordinate tests, labs, imaging, and surgeries.

Responsibilities include administering medications as directed, maintaining documentation, and communicating test results and care plans to patients and families.

Qualifications

• Must have completed an MA program accredited by CAAHP or ABHES.
• Must be comfortable operating in a collaborative, shared leadership environment.
• Basic computer skills (Windows, email, MS Office) and strong documentation abilities.
• Must obtain an MA certification from an approved provider within one year of hire (CMA, RMA, NCMA, CMA, CCMA, NRCMA, NPCE MA).
• BLS certification required within 3 months of hire.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient care through preparation, vital sign collection, and documentation.
• Assist with procedures, exams, and diagnostic equipment.
• Administer medications, treatments, and immunizations under provider direction.
• Prepare and organize patient charts and ensure proper documentation.
• Schedule procedures, labs, x-rays, and surgeries; provide pre- and post-surgery information.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Patient care

English proficiency

Education

CAAHP/ABHES accredited Medical Assistant program

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Trinity Health seeks a dedicated Medical Assistant to deliver patient-centered care, prepare charts, and support providers during exams and procedures. You will collect vital signs, assist with diagnostic equipment, and help coordinate tests, labs, imaging, and surgeries.

Responsibilities include administering medications as directed, maintaining documentation, and communicating test results and care plans to patients and families.