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Medical Assistant II - UI Health Care Sioux City Family Medicine 100%

Medical Assistant II - UI Health Care Sioux City Family Medicine 100%

University of IowaSioux City, IA, US
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Medical Assistant II

University of Iowa Health Care is seeking a patient-centered Medical Assistant II to work in our Sioux City Family Medicine Clinic. This position supports our Family Medicine Clinic where you'll spend more time with patients and expand your physician-support and administrative duties, increases the efficiency and productivity of the physician and anticipates future needs to facilitate the flow of the clinic. Accurately documents events and decision-making in a manner that results in appropriate medical charting.

Our medical assistant's help our providers with full medical and surgical services, from general dermatology care to specialty services, to patients with skin diseases. We use the latest techniques to care for a range of conditions affecting the skin. We also work closely with you to take precautions against skin cancer, infections, dry skin and the aging effects of sun exposure. Our services include treatment of cosmetic skin problems such as age spots and birthmarks and the removal of unwanted hair and tattoos. We offer chemical peels, Botox injections and dermal fillers. We also offer general dermatology services, and we offer quick scheduling for appointments.

Our medical assistants accompany the physicians or medical providers into the examination rooms in order to transcribe the clinician's and care team's encounter with the patients in real time. They accurately and thoroughly document the encounter with our patients as it is being performed by the providers, which may include documentation in the following sections : problem list, history of present illness, review of systems, physical exam, assessment and plan, procedures and treatments performed by team, patient education, orders, medications, referrals, explanations of risks and benefits, and instructions for self-care and follow-up.

Duties to include :

  • Under direct supervision of physician, physician assistant, nurse practitioner or registered nurse.
  • Performs technical, patient care and related clerical functions in an ambulatory setting.
  • Duties may involve the use of electronic word / data processing equipment and / or conventional office equipment.

University of Iowa Health Carerecognized as one of the best hospitals in the United Statesis Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is : Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.

WE CARE Core Values :

  • Welcoming - We strive for an environment where everyone has a voice that is heard, that promotes the dignity of our patients, trainees, and employees, and allows all to thrive in their health, work, research, and education.
  • Excellence - We aim to achieve and deliver our personal and collective best in the pursuit of quality and accessible healthcare, education, and research.
  • Collaboration - We encourage collaboration with healthcare systems, providers, and communities across Iowa and the region, as well as within our UI community. We believe teamwork - guided by compassion - is the best way to work.
  • Accountability - We behave ethically, act with fairness and integrity, take responsibility for our own actions, and respond when errors in behavior or judgment occur.
  • Respect - We create an environment where every individual feels safe, valued, and respected, supporting the well-being and success of all members of our community.
  • Empowerment - We commit to fair access to research, health care, and education for our community and opportunities for personal and professional growth for our staff and learners.

    • Benefits Highlights :

  • Regular salaried position located in Sioux City, IA
  • Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
  • The University of Iowa offers a generous benefits package to start as well as paid sick leave. Complete information regarding the full benefits package may be viewed at : https : / / hr.uiowa.edu / benefits

    • Percent of Time : 100% (40 hours per week)

    Schedule : Variable hours 7am - 5 : 30pm Monday through Friday; no weekends, no on call, no holidays

    Location : Sioux City, IA

    Pay Grade : 09

    Salary : $40,903.92 - $60,760.80 (at 100%) (Hourly $19.59 - $29.10) (based on years of experience)

    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, basic pharmacology and medication administration including dose calculation and psychology.

    • Special Qualifications :

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.

    • Highly Desirable Qualifications :

  • The ability to adapt quickly to different clinical environments and patient populations is highly desired.

    • Desirable Qualifications :

  • Minimum 6 months ambulatory experience.
  • Previous EPIC Experience
  • Demonstrated experience fostering a welcoming and respectful work / academic environment.

    • Staff may be required to receive a passing score on work samples to be considered for this position. In order to be considered, applicants must upload resume (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position. 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. For questions or additional information, please contact chloe-ketcham@uiowa.edu. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.

    The department intends to hire one candidate from either the Licensed Practical Nurse (REQ# 25005182) or Medical Assistant II (REQ# 25005183) based on the qualifications of the successful candidate.

    Classification Title : Medical Assistant II

    Appointment Type : Merit

    Schedule : Full-time

    Work Modality Options : On Campus

    Compensation : Pay Level : 9

    Contact Information :

  • Organization : Healthcare
  • Contact Name : Chloe Vincent
  • Contact Email : chloe-ketcham@uiowa.edu
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