Medical Assistant

Job TitleEmployment Type: Full timeShift: Day ShiftDescription:What you will do:Analyze records for completeness and patient history.Prepare exam/procedure rooms and equipment for patient care.Greet, identify patient and prepare patient for exam while protecting patient's privacy.Review/document current medication and allergiesTake vital signs, obtain chief complaints, history, and documents.Assist provider with routine procedures and provide patient care as directed by provider (i.e., immunizations, spirometry, injections, EKG, nebulizer, ear washing, wart removal)Assist providers with patient care via phone, mail and/or fax.Communicate effectively between provider and patient.Hours/Schedule: 80hrs/Full Time Monday-FridayMinimum Qualifications:High School Diploma or GED.Medical Assistant Diploma or LPN/RN license.6-month experience in a clinic setting preferred.Intermediate language, intermediate math, intermediate reasoning ability; basic computer skills; ability to work with diverse groups of people; ability to effectively interact with other health care professionals and the public; ability to present a positive image; ability to organize and prioritize tasks.Position Highlights and BenefitsEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) & Wellness programsMinistry/Facility Information:MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides expert health care to eight counties. MercyOne Northeast Iowa provides excellent, personalized care close to home to the communities in the Cedar Valley. With 491 licensed beds between the three medical centers, each providing 24-hour emergency lifesaving care, MercyOne is there for you in critical moments:MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center, an Area Level III Trauma Center and an accredited chest pain centerMercyOne Cedar Falls Medical Center, Community Level IV Trauma DesignationMercyOne Oelwein Medical Center, Community Level IV Trauma DesignationWith more than 2,500 colleagues, MercyOne is one of the largest employers in Northeast Iowa.MercyOne Medical Group – Northeast Iowa is made up of more than 30 primary care, pediatric, internal medicine and specialty clinics located throughout Black Hawk, Bremer, Buchanan, Benton, Butler, Fayette and Tama counties.Our CommitmentRooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.