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Summary

At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re 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.

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Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Certified Medical Assistant or Licensed Practical Nurse to join our East Clinic!

In this position under the direction of the health care provider, you will be responsible for the delivery of patient care that promotes the safety and wellbeing of all patients. You will accurately perform preliminary physical tests such as: measures blood pressure, records weight, temperature, pulse and respirations and other measures as directed by established clinical protocols.

What you’ll do:

• Perform general patient care by following established standards and procedures.

• Greet and prepare patients for the health care provider and obtain and record vital signs including but not limited to, blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration, height, weight, drug allergies, and current medications and presenting problems.

• May be required to draw and collect blood samples from patients and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis.

• Administer ordered medications and/or vaccines via oral, injection, topically, rectal, ophthalmic, and/or inhalant administration.

• May perform routine tests including but not limited to EKG’s and schedule patients for diagnostic testing and follow up to ensure completion of testing.

• Communicate with patients regarding test results and plan of care by phone or mail as directed by the physician.

• Prepare, clean and sterilize instruments and maintain equipment; keep patient exam rooms stocked, clean and orderly; dispose of contaminated items according to protocol.

• Document patient plan(s) of care, tests and examination results in the medical record as directed by the provider.

• Escalate non-routine issues, questions and/or concerns to the practice manager or healthcare provider(s).Ensure safety checklists/quality controls are completed as required.Provide for patient safety and protection of patient privacy rights.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Schedule:

• Be paired with a provider and work their 8-hour schedule Monday through Friday in addition to 4 self-scheduled weekend shifts within a 3-month period.

• Or work the Triage Role: 8:30a-5p m-f no weekends

Certified Medical Assistant

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Current/valid Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification required or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) required if applicable.

• Successfully completed Medication Aide 40-hour course or current/valid Medication Aide certification by state agency required if applicable.

• May require specialized training such as Non-Certified Radiologic Technician (NCT).

• Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certified or obtained within three (3) months of hire.

• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to the population served within three (3) months of hire.

Licensed Practical Nurse

• Possession of a current license as a practical nurse issued by the State of Iowa.

• Successfully completes required medication examination prior to passing medication.

• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within three (3) months of hire.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certified or obtained within three (3) months of hire. Acceptable credentialing bodies and certifications include American Heart Association Basic Life Support.

Patient Care Technician

• Completion of one of the following: MercyOne Patient Care Technician program, a 75-hour/120-hour certified Nursing Assistant Program, a 136-hour certified EMT program, an accredited Medical Assistant Program, or an accredited Radiology Technology Program (for limited radiography) and possess a State of Iowa Limited Radiographer Certification.

• Must be at least 16 years of age

• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within three (3) months of hire.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certified or obtained within three (3) months of hire. Acceptable credentialing bodies and certifications include American Heart Association Basic Life Support

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

Visit MercyOne Careers (https://www.mercyone.org/careers/) to learn more about the benefits, culture, and career development opportunities available to you at MercyOne Health System circle of care.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is 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, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.

Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.

EOE including disability/veteran