Medical Assistant - Iowa Heart Center Vascular Surgery

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Medical Assistant - Iowa Heart Center Vascular Surgery','Full-time','Professional Clinical/Allied Health','Days','Days','80','80','None','None','IOWA-WEST DES MOINES-IHC WEST UNIVERSITY','','!*!GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under
supervision, assists in the delivery of health care and patient care management
of Iowa Heart Center’s
clinic patients.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Reviews medical records and obtains other
pertinent information prior to office visit from hospitals and referring
physicians’ offices.Prepares patient for exam and facilitates
patient flow.Obtains medical information from patient and
documents in medical records.Performs tests and procedures as ordered.  Provides patient/family education.Writes and prepares prescriptions utilizing and
electronic physician signatureAssists with transfer of patient.   Monitors and stocks medication closets.   Operate required vehicle(s) in a safe manner
to perform required duties of the position.  Travels
and performs CMA duties with Outreach Clinics as requested.  Completes Iowa Heart Center CMA competencies.
Adaptability to maintain both a high standard of
courtesy and cooperation in dealing with co‑workers, patients and visitors, and
satisfactory job performance despite the stress of a medical work environment.























 

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS:

Monitors and maintains supplies.Attends required meetings and participates on committees
as requested.  Maintains certification/registration.Assists with office projects.Covers other IHC offices as requested.Performs other related work as required.










','!*!MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS
AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Successful completion
of a medical assistant program accredited by the Commission on
Accreditation of Allied Health Programs (CAAHP) or Accrediting Bureau of
Health Education Schools (ABHES).Certified Medical
Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) certification must
be obtained within first year of employment and maintained thereafter.Clinic/physician office
experience preferred.Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse
training specific to population served within three (3) months of hire.Basic Life Support (BLS)
for the Healthcare Provider certified or obtained by the end of the orientation period
(approximately six (6) weeks).Valid Driver’s/Chauffeurs License required, must
meet Mercy’s Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, must be at least 18 years of
age and be eligible to drive per state law.Cardiovascular Medical Terminology class
completion within 1 year of hire. 
','We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.','2017-R0142247','Mercy Medical Center','Medical Assistant - Iowa Heart Center Vascular Surgery

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