The University of Iowa Community Clinics is seeking a patient centered 70-90% (28-36 hours a week) Medical Assistant II (MA II) to work at our UICC North Liberty Pediatric Clinic .
This position will mainly support our Family Medicine Clinics but could float to other patient specialties / clinic locations including but not limited to : Pediatrics and / or Specialty / Outreach Clinics.
Our MA's 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.
Conveniently located on Penn Street, just off Interstate 380, our medical assistantsdevelop relationships and get to know our patients and monitor patient care history and deliver personalized, compassionate care every time to each patient.
Our licensed practical nurses develop relationships and get to know our patients. Our pediatricians specialize in the care of infants, children, and adolescents and UICC MA's help them provide a range of services from well-child care, to basic childhood immunizations and illnesses, to managing complex medical conditions and chronic disorders.
Our pediatricians are members of the University of Iowa Stead Family Children’s Hospital team which means they work hand-in-hand with all pediatric specialists at UI Stead Family Children’s Hospital.
The use of one electronic medical record for each patient ensures constant and timely communication between your child’s entire medical team.
This position comes with the University of Iowa's generous, full benefit package including double-match retirement, paid vacation, and sick leave, and much more! This position also includes FREE on-site parking as well!
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Summary :
Under direct supervision of LIP (licensed independent practitioner), RN (registered nurse), NM / ANM (nurse manager / assistant nurse manager) or other licensed designee, functions as a member of the patient care team.
Performs technical, patient care and related clerical functions in the urgent care setting by coordinating all elements of the patient visit.
Duties to include :
- Staff will support our Pediatric Clinic patients.
- 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 Hospitals & Clinics recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States is 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 are committed to ensuring that UI Health Care is an inclusive environment where individuals from the full spectrum of diversity which includes identity, backgrounds, cultures, ability and perspective feel safe, seen, and valued.
- Equity - We dedicate ourselves to equity and fairness in research, health care, education and health.
Benefits Highlights :
- Regular salaried position located in North Liberty (and surrounding clinic locations)
- 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, including paid vacation as well as paid sick leave. Complete information regarding the full benefits package may be viewed at :
Percent of Time : 70-90% (28- 36 hours per week)
Schedule : Monday - Friday; Variable hours accomplished between 7 : 30 AM 8 : 30 PM; standard hours will be 8 : 00 AM 5 : 00 PM with some rotating evenings each month until 8 : 00 PM.
No weekends and no holidays. No on call time, 8 or 10 hour shifts available
Location : North Liberty, IA (or surround clinics based on clinical need or hours)
Pay Grade : 9
Salary : $40,264.16 - $59,798.88 (at 100% time) / Hourly : $19.21 - $28.53 (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 Qualification / License :
Driver's License and ability to meet UI Fleet Safety Standards.
Highly Desired Requirements
Previous pediatric experience
Desirable Qualifications
- Previous family medicine experience
- Previous EPIC experience
- Previous scribing experience
- Previous phlebotomy experience
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 .
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# 24003753), Care Team Coordinator (REQ# 24003754) or Medical Assistant II (REQ# 24003755) based on the qualifications of the successful candidate.
Additional Information
- Classification Title : Medical Assistant II
- Appointment Type : Merit
- Schedule : Part-time
Compensation
Pay Level : 9
Contact Information
- Organization : Healthcare
- Contact Name : Chloe Ketcham
- Contact Email : [email protected]