Job Description
Provide high-quality medical assistant support to River Crossing Family Medicine Clinic patients and team daily.
Medical Assistant II
The University of Iowa Community Clinics is seeking a patient centered Medical Assistant II (MA II) to work at our UICC River Crossing Clinic. This position will mainly support our Family Medicine Clinics but could float to other patient specialties/clinic locations including but not limited to: Pediatrics and/or Specialty/Outreach Clinics.
Under direct supervision of LIP (licensed independent practitioner), RN (registered nurse), NM/ANM (nurse manager/assistant nurse manager) or other licensed designee, functions as a member of the patient care team. Performs technical, patient care and related clerical functions in the urgent care setting by coordinating all elements of the patient visit.
- Staff will support our Family Medicine Clinic patients.
- Under direct supervision of physician, physician assistant, nurse practitioner or registered nurse.
- Performs technical, patient care and related clerical functions in an ambulatory setting.
- Duties may involve the use of electronic word/data processing equipment and/or conventional office equipment.
The University of Iowa offers a generous benefits package, including paid vacation as well as paid sick leave. Complete information regarding the full benefits package may be viewed at: https://hr.uiowa.edu/benefits
Percent of Time: 85% (34 hours per week) Schedule: Variable hours between Tuesday-Friday 8:00 am – 8:00 pm No weekends, holidays, or on call time required. Location: Riverside, IA (or surround clinics based on clinical need or hours) Pay Grade: 9 Salary: Merit Pay Minimum Eligibility Requirements Certification OR registration as a Medical Assistant OR completion of a recognized one-year Medical Assistant Program, OR Completion of a health care profession program with a curriculum incorporating elements of a Medical Assistant program including but not limited to: pathophysiology, medical terminology, basic pharmacology and medication administration including dose calculation and psychology.
- Driver's License and ability to meet UI Fleet Safety Standards.
- Demonstrated excellent written/verbal communication.
- Ability to demonstrate teamwork and autonomy in all aspects of the role.
- Strong phlebotomy skills.
- Previous medical documentation/transcription experience
- Previous EPIC experience.
- Minimum 1-year ambulatory experience.
- Previous immunization and phlebotomy experience
In order to be considered, applicants must upload resume (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. For questions or additional information, please contact Shaye-Short@uiowa.edu. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization. The department intends to hire one candidate from either the Licensed Practical Nurse (REQ# 26003926) Medical Assistant II (REQ# 26003927) or Laboratory Technician II (REQ# 26003928) based on the qualifications of the successful candidate.
Support Family Medicine Clinic patients under direct supervision, Perform technical patient care and related clerical functions in ambulatory settings, Coordinate all elements of the patient visit, Operate electronic medical record systems and related data processing equipment, Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other clinic staff to ensure efficient patient flow