Medical Assistant (MA) Clinton

Employment Type : Full time

Shift : Day Shift

Description :

At MercyOne healthcare is more than just a doctors visit or a place to go when youre in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.

MercyOne Clinton Medical Center is a Catholic not-for-profit full-service community health system serving counties in eastern Iowa and western Illinois. With approximately 50000 patient admissions every year MercyOne Clinton operates 249 licensed addition to a wide range of traditional hospital services MercyOne Clinton provides a continuum of care with specialized services in wound care radiation oncology dialysis imaging sleep disorders therapy services and skilled care. MercyOne Clinton has a staff of more than 800 employees making it one of the communitys largest employers.

Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Medical Assistant.

As a Medical Assistant at MercyOne you will prepare patient for exam or procedure. Communicates effectively with clients and clinic staff regarding education treatment and client concerns. Schedules all tests and surgeries. Ages served range from newborn to geriatric.

Prepares patient for any procedures and assists with the procedures / treatments as needed and within the scope of their experience and licensure.

Provides age specific education / information to patient and family members.

Gives injection requested by physician.

Prepares administers and records medications in accordance with the scope of license and under the supervision of the physician.

Schedules tests procedures and admissions outside the Clinic as directed by the physician.

Cleans and stocks patient exam rooms instruments and supplies throughout the day.

Answers patient questions as necessary and appropriate.

Provides follow-up and returns patient calls. Mails letters to patients when unable to reach by phone to notify they must set up appointment to receive test results.

Schedule :

Located at the North Health Plaza

Monday Friday days

36 hours per week (0.9 FTE)

Eligible for full-time benefits

General Requirements :

Certified Medical Assistant currently certified. If not currently certified must complete within one year of hire or transfer.

Must be BLS certified within 3 months of hire.

Must be comfortable operating in a collaborative shared leadership environment.

Must possess a personal presence that is characterized by a sense of honesty integrity and caring with the ability to inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy mission and vision goals and values of Trinity Health.

Education :

Graduate of an accredited medical assistant program.

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about the benefits culture and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care.

Want to learn more about MercyOne Clinton Click here : Find a Location Clinton Iowa (IA) MercyOne Clinton

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives experiences and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law.

Key Skills

EMR Systems,Clinical Laboratory Experience,Athenahealth,Algebra,eClinicalWorks,Primary Care Experience,Phlebotomy,Medical office experience,Vital Signs Experience,Experience Administering Injections,Medical Terminology,Medication Administration

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1