Job Summary
The Certified Medical Assistant supports physicians in delivering patient care in a clinical or outpatient setting. The role combines patient intake, clinical documentation, medication and immunization support, and education to help ensure patients receive informed, coordinated care.
Responsibilities
- Prepare patients for appointments by bringing them into examination rooms and recording vital signs.
- Enter patient information and visit details accurately into the electronic health record.
- Administer medications and provide immunizations as part of patient care.
- Explain health information and follow-up instructions to patients.
- Assist physicians with day-to-day clinical support.
Qualifications
- Current, valid Medical Assistant certification from an accredited program or organization, such as AAMA, NCCT, or AMT.
- Previous experience in a clinical or outpatient environment is preferred.
- Familiarity with the EPIC electronic health record system is an advantage.
UnityPoint Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
