Medical Assistant II - 100% Days - General Surgery Clinic - Downtown Campus Plaza (Jefferson St Building)

Position Summary

The University of Iowa Health Care Downtown Campus Plaza (Jefferson Street Building) is seeking to hire 100% Medical Assistant II to join our General Surgery Clinic.

Position Responsibilities

• Facilitates the smooth flow of patients through the clinic through interaction with patients, families, and staff.
• Aid in clinic with physical examinations of patients and related treatments, including patient history, medication records, allergies, and immunizations.
• Manage internal and external medical records to ensure accurate and complete data is available for patient appointments.
• Administer routine oral, rectal, or injectable medications not requiring a high level of skill or nursing judgment.
• Perform routine laboratory tests such as urinalysis and blood work, and conduct electrocardiograms and x-rays as needed.
• Identify vaccination needs for specific patient populations.
• Perform related clerical tasks including answering phones, scheduling appointments, and providing information to other departments.
• Assist in obtaining insurance prior authorizations.

Percent of Time

100%

Schedule

Days 8:00 - 4:30

Staff Type

M merit

Location

540 E. Jefferson Street

Benefits Highlights

• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
• Relocation Assistant available to qualified applicants.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of medical records documentation requirements.
• Knowledge of medical instruments and supplies.
• Knowledge of routine oral, rectal, and injectable medications.
• Knowledge and ability to perform CPR and emergency care procedures.
• Ability to maintain patient confidentiality.
• Ability to maintain a courteous and respectful approach toward patients, visitors, and fellow staff members.
• Ability to work safely and willingness to comply with special safety and health precautions including universal precautions.
• Ability to provide care regarding patient condition and age.
• Ability to use supplies and equipment in a cost-efficient manner.
• Ability to maintain personal appearance in accordance with dress code.
• Ability to be punctual, dependable, and flexible. This may include altering work schedule to meet unit/patient needs.
• Ability to read and understand instructions and guidelines and to read data indicators.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships.

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.

Position and Application details

• To be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission:
• Resume

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences.