Medical Assistant (MA) : Clinton Family Med

Employment Type : Full time

Shift : Day Shift

Description :

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor's visit or a place to go when you're in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities - that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.

MercyOne Clinton Medical Center is a Catholic, not-for-profit, full-service community health system serving counties in eastern Iowa and western Illinois. With approximately 50,000 patient admissions every year, MercyOne Clinton operates 249 licensed beds. In addition to a wide range of traditional hospital services, MercyOne Clinton provides a continuum of care with specialized services in wound care, radiation oncology, dialysis, imaging, sleep disorders, therapy services, and skilled care. MercyOne Clinton has a staff of more than 800 employees, making it one of the community's largest employers.

Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Medical Assistant.

As a Medical Assistant at MercyOne, you will prepare patient for exam or procedure. Communicates effectively with clients and clinic staff regarding education, treatment and client concerns. Schedules all tests and surgeries. Ages served range from newborn to geriatric.

Prepares patient for any procedures and assists with the procedures / treatments as needed and within the scope of their experience and licensure.

Provides age specific education / information to patient and family members.

Gives injection requested by physician.

Prepares, administers, and records medications in accordance with the scope of license and under the supervision of the physician.

Schedules tests, procedures and admissions outside the Clinic as directed by the physician.

Cleans and stocks patient exam rooms, instruments and supplies throughout the day.

Answer's patient questions as necessary and appropriate.

Provides follow-up and returns patient calls. Mails letters to patients when unable to reach by phone, to notify they must set up appointment to receive test results.

Schedule : Monday - Friday days

40 hours per week

General Requirements :

Certified Medical Assistant, currently certified. If not currently certified must complete within one year of hire or transfer.

Must be BLS certified within 3 months of hire.

Must be comfortable operating in a collaborative, shared leadership environment.

Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty, integrity, and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission and vision, goals, and values of Trinity Health.

Education :

• Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program.

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

Visit MercyOne Careers () to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care.

Want to learn more about MercyOne Clinton? Click here : Find a Location Clinton, Iowa (IA), MercyOne Clinton ()

Our Commitment

Rooted 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.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability / veteran