Medical Assistant; After Hours Clinic; 0.2 FTE; Weekend Day Shift

About the role

The medical assistant (MA) functions as a member of the clinic’s patient care team that includes registered nurses (RN), clinic assistants, technicians, clerical staff, physician assistants (PA), nurse practitioners (NP), and physicians. The MA performs technical, patient‑related functions and clerical functions in the ambulatory setting, is aware of the psychosocial needs of patients and families, supports clinic operations, and delivers patient care focused on safe, quality care to uphold UnityPoint Health – Meriter’s values. The position may also fill in for phlebotomy as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform technical and patient‑related clinical functions
• Handle clerical duties in the ambulatory setting
• Address psychosocial needs of patients and families
• Support clinic operations and deliver safe, quality patient care
• Fill in for phlebotomy when required

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant Program (one‑year program at a vocational school) and certification or eligibility for certification/registration as a Medical Assistant by an accrediting organization, OR completion of an LPN program, OR EMT certification
• Current CPR certification
• Enjoys working with a variety of patient ages and conditions/diagnoses
• Excellent organizational, internal, and external service excellence skills
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to present oneself as a professional
• Ability to work well in a fast‑paced, ever‑changing environment with multiple priorities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to prioritize work efficiently
• Ability to recognize and respond to urgent needs in a timely manner

Skills

• Current certification or registration as a Medical Assistant or Licensed Practical Nurse (preferred)
• Prior knowledge/experience in an ambulatory healthcare setting (preferred)
• Knowledge of Epic Electronic Health Record (EHR) System (preferred)
• Prior knowledge/experience working with regulatory standards (e.g., CMS, Joint Commission) (preferred)

Benefits

• Paid time off and parental leave
• 401K matching and employee recognition program
• Dental, health, and vision insurance
• Paid holidays
• Short‑ and long‑term disability
• Pet insurance for four‑legged family members
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption assistance
• Culture of belonging, support, and development opportunities

Pay

$21.20+ per hour

Schedule

• Shift: Weekends 7am‑5pm
• Hours per week: 8
• FTE: 0.2
• Weekends: Yes