• Certified Medical Assistant

    UnityPoint Health (West Des Moines, IA)


    + Area of Interest: Nursing

    + Sign On Bonus: $5,000

    + FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.9

    + Department: Pediatrics- Lakeview- DM

    + Shift: Monday-Friday 730-5 Tuesdays OFF + weekend rotation 8AM-12PM Sat or Sun (one day)

    + Job ID: 168116

     

    Overview

     

    UnityPoint Clinics

     

    Part-Time Clinical RN/LPN/CMA

     

    Lakeview Pediatrics

     

    West Des Moines, IA

     

    Mon-Fri 7:30AM-5PM - Tuesdays OFF + weekend rotation Saturday OR Sunday 8AM-12PM

     

    Full-time + benefits

     

    $5,000 sign on bonus offered to external candidates!

     

    Why UnityPoint Health?

     

    At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

     

    Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.   Here are just a few:

     

    + Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program .

    + Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.

    + Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family .

     

    With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.

     

    And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

     

    Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

    Responsibilities

    UPC is currently seeking a caring and detail-oriented healthcare professional to join our team as a Clinic Nurse. We welcome applicants who are Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), or Certified Medical Assistants (CMAs). The ideal candidate will provide direct patient care, support providers with clinical tasks and procedures, and help ensure efficient daily clinic operations. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a patient-focused, team-oriented setting with UnityPoint Clinics!

     

    + Greet and room patients; obtain vital signs, medical histories, and reason for visit

    + Administer medications and vaccinations as ordered by the provider

    + Assist with in-office procedures and exams

    + Accurately document all patient interactions and treatments in the electronic medical record (EMR)

    + Provide patient education on medications, care plans, and health promotion

    + Ensure exam rooms are clean, stocked, and ready for use

    + Support the provider team in delivering coordinated, high-quality care

    + Perform basic clerical tasks such as scheduling, call-backs, and managing referrals

    Qualifications

    + Valid and current licensure/certification in the state of Iowa as one of the following:

    + Registered Nurse (RN) – Iowa Board of Nursing

    + Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Iowa Board of Nursing

    + Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) – accredited program with certification (AAMA, NCCT, or equivalent)

    + BLS (Basic Life Support) certification

    + Prior experience in a clinical or outpatient setting preferred

    + Strong communication and critical thinking skills

    + Familiarity with EMR systems (e.g., Epic, Athena, etc.) and basic computer skills

    + Ability to work effectively as part of a collaborative healthcare team