Certified Nursing Assistant

15262BR

FTE: 0.6

Shift: Typically Mon/Tue/Fri (days may vary); day shift.

Compensation: $21.20+

Hours Per Week: 24

Weekends: No

Benefit Eligible

Shift: Typically Mon/Tue/Fri (days may vary); day shift.

The Medical Assistant (MA) functions as a member of the clinic’s patient care team that includes registered nurses (RN), clinic assistants, technicians, clerical staff, physician assistants (PA), nurse practitioners (NP), and physicians. The MA performs technical, patient related functions and clerical functions in the ambulatory setting. The MA is also aware of psychosocial needs of patients and families. The MA will support clinic operations and deliver patient care focusing on safe, quality care to ensure that UnityPoint Health – Meriter’s values are met. The position may fill in for phlebotomy as needed.

Why UnityPoint Health – Meriter?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.

Here are just a few:

Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.

Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.

Tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Visit

https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org/

to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work.

Required Qualifications:

Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program (One year program at Vocational School) -or- Completion of an accredited LPN Program -or- Completion of an accredited EMT Program – or – a current CMA, CCMA, or RMA certification.

Current CPR certification

Enjoys working with variety of patient ages and conditions/diagnosis

Excellent organizational, internal, and external service excellence skills

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

Ability to present oneself as a professional

Ability to work well in a fast-paced, ever changing environment with multiple priorities

Ability to work well independently and within teams

Ability to prioritize work in an efficient manner

Ability to recognize and respond to urgent needs in a timely manner

Preferred Qualifications:

Holds current certification or registration as a Medical Assistant OR Licensed Practical Nurse

Prior knowledge/experience in an ambulatory healthcare setting

Knowledge of Epic Electronic Health Record (EHR) System

Prior knowledge/experience working with regulatory standards (e.g. CMS, Joint Commission)

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