Medical Assistant

Central States Pain Clinic (CSP) provides advanced interventional pain care across West Des Moines and Ankeny. Our  multidisciplinary team uses minimally invasive, image-guided techniques to treat a wide range of chronic pain conditions with precision and compassion. We believe in tailoring care to each patient’s unique needs, supported by testimonials praising our attentive and life changing approach. At CSP, you’ll be part of a professional, supportive team environment where growth, collaboration, and patient outcomes are the top priority.

Summary :

We are looking for an enthusiastic Medical Assistant to join our growing practice. This individual will assist in the delivery of health care and patient care management of Central States Pain Clinic patients.

Compensation : $20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Location : West Des Moines, IA

Schedule : Full-TimeMonday-Friday 8 am-4 : 30 pm – No Weekends (Hours may vary)

Duties :

• Facilitate patient intake process through introduction
• Prepare patient for examination by Provider
• Obtain and record vital signs including but not limited to blood pressure, temperature, and pulse, respirations, height, weight, drug allergies, current medications, and presenting problem.
• Obtains medical information from patients and documents in medical records.
• Document patient plan(s) of care, tests, and examination results in the medical record as directed by the Provider.
• Collect Urine Samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Provide patient / family education.
• Respond to patient questions / phone calls in a timely manner.
• Prepares prescriptions utilizing electronic health record.
• Perform general patient care by following established standards and procedures.
• Schedule patients for diagnostic testing and follow up to ensure completion.
• Obtain prior authorizations for medications.
• Communicate with patients regarding test results and plan of care by phone or mail as directed by Provider.
• Prepare, clean and sterilize instruments and maintain equipment; keep patient exam rooms stocked, clean and orderly; dispose of contaminated items according to protocol.
• Performs other related work as required.
• Attend required meetings and participation on committees as requested.
• Assists in office projects, which will include Process Improvement.
• Maintains certification / registration.
• Follow protocols for assigned tasks.
• Prepare patients for procedure performed by Provider.

Minimum Knowledge Required :

Minimum Skills Required :

This list is not meant to be all-inclusive of the tasks and responsibilities of this position. Central States Pain Clinic reserves the right to update job responsibilities as it sees fit

Full-Time Employee Benefits :

An Equal Opportunity Employer

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or any other status protected by law or regulation. It is our intention that all qualified applicants are given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors.