Medical Assistant II - North Liberty Hospital

Medical Assistant II - North Liberty Hospital

University of Iowa Health Care Department of Nursing is seeking a 100% Medical Assistant II
to work for the North Liberty Hospital

Summary:

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.

Duties to include:

• Responsible forfacilitatingthe smooth flow of patients through the clinic through interaction with patients, families, and staff.
• Assist in clinic with physical examination of patient and related treatments, including but not limited to patient history, medication records, allergies, and immunizations.
• Manages internal and external medical records to ensure thataccurateand complete data is available for patient appointments.
• Administers routine oral, rectal, or injectable medications not requiringa high levelof skill or nursing judgment. These are medications that can only be administered by certified medical assistants or medical assistants who have completed a formal accredited training program.
• Performs routine laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood work, does electrocardiograms and x-ray work as needed.
• Identifiesvaccination needs for specific patient populations.
• Performs related clerical tasks including answering phones, scheduling appointments, andprovidinginformation to other departments.
• Assistsin obtaining insurance prior authorizations.

Schedule: 100%
Hourly
: $19.59 to commensurate
Hours: Monday-Thursday 730a-8p , Friday 730-5p and Saturday 8a-2p. Average of 1-2 evenings per week and average of one Saturday per month.
Location: North Liberty Hospital
Benefits Highlights:Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life, and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans. Complete informationregardingthe full benefits package may be viewed at: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./benefits

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, basicpharmacologyand medication administration including dose calculation and psychology (include educational transcripts during application process)

Application Process:In order to be considered, applicants must uploada resume(under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position. Candidates must upload
copy
of their educational transcripts if they are not certified/registered as a Medical Assistant or if they have not completed a Medical Assistant Program.

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. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. For questions, contact polly-terukina.

• Classification
  
  Title:
  
  Medical Assistant II
• Appointment Type:
  Merit
• Schedule:
  
  Full-time
• Work Modality Options:
  On Campus

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.

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