Certified Medical Assistant - Family Med, Ankeny Prairie Trail (Float / Lab) - UnityPoint Health

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Ankeny Prairie Trail Family Med (Float & Lab)

Ankeny, Iowa.

Monday to Friday, 8 am to 4:30 pm

**$5,000.00 Sign-on Bonus for external candidates paid over 12 months.

We are looking for a versatile and dedicated Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Float to join our team. The CMA Float will provide clinical support, as well as assist with laboratory duties. This is a dynamic role ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced and team-based work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Float to provide medical assistant support as needed.
• Assist healthcare providers with patient examinations, treatments, and minor procedures.
• Record patient histories, symptoms, and vital signs accurately in the electronic medical records (EMR) system.
• Prepare exam rooms by ensuring cleanliness and readiness with necessary supplies and equipment.
• Administer injections, medications, and vaccines as directed by healthcare providers.
• Perform lab duties including specimen collection (e.g., blood draws, urine samples), processing, and conducting routine tests.
• Label, prepare, and transport lab samples according to protocols to ensure timely and accurate results.
• Provide patient education on lab procedures, health maintenance, and follow-up care.
• Communicate test results and assist with patient follow-up regarding lab findings.

• Current Certification as a Medical Assistant.
• Strong point of care lab work experience, phlebotomy skills.
• High school diploma.
• BLS and Mandatory Reporter certification.

Why UnityPoint Health? 

• Commitment to our Team – For the third consecutive year, we're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare 2022  by Becker's Healthcare for our commitment to our team members. 
• Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve. 
• Benefits – Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. 
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment – We’re committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation. 
• Development – We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience. 
• Community Involvement – Be an essential part of our core purpose—to improve the health of the people and communities we serve. 

Visit https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org/ to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work.