Medical Assistant II

Details

Posted: 24-Mar-24

Location: Iowa City, Iowa

Salary: 39,090.00 - 58,059.00

Categories:

Healthcare
Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 24002244_1711137984

The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics Department of Radiation Oncology is seeking a 100% Medical Assistant II to work at our Quad Cities Radiation Oncology clinic in Bettendorf.

Position Summary

Under direct supervision of LIP (licensed independent practitioner), RN (registered nurse), NM/ANM (nurse manager/assistant nurse manager) or other licensed designee, functions as a member of the ambulatory patient care team. Performs technical, patient care and related clerical functions in an ambulatory setting by coordinating all elements of the patient visit.

Position Responsibilities

· Staff will support our patients undergoing radiation cancer treatment.

· Responsible for facilitating the smooth flow of patients through the clinic, interacting with patients, families, and staff.

· Assists in clinic with physical examination of patient and related treatments according to patient condition and age, including but not limited to patient history and screenings, vital signs, medication history, allergies and immunizations.

· Documents care given and patient history in electronic medical record including clinic forms.

· Manages internal and external medical records to ensure accurate and complete data is available for the patient appointments. Medical records include but are not limited to the following: radiology film, media on-line, and paper medical record documents. This is managed by: loading, scanning, requesting and compiling.

· May assist in obtaining insurance prior authorizations.

· Performs check in functions. Performs related clerical tasks including answering phones, check in/check out, scheduling appointments, and providing information to other departments.

· Perform other projects or tasks as assigned.

· Incorporates the principles of Service Leadership to ensure positive patient/customer relations.

· Adheres to UIHC policies regarding personal conduct, including: follows established leadership, remaining responsive to instruction and coaching from supervisors and meeting the standards of personal appearance, attendance and punctuality.

· Assists with maintaining unit/clinic to accreditation standards.

University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics-recognized as one of the best hospitals in the United States-is Iowa's only comprehensive academic medical center and a regional referral center. Each day more than 12,000 employees, students, and volunteers work together to provide safe, quality health care and excellent service for our patients. Simply stated, our mission is: Changing Medicine. Changing Lives.®

WE CARE Core Values:

· Welcoming - We strive for an environment where everyone has a voice that is heard, that promotes the dignity of our patients, trainees, and employees, and allows all to thrive in their health, work, research, and education.

· Excellence - We aim to achieve and deliver our personal and collective best in the pursuit of quality and accessible healthcare, education, and research.

· Collaboration - We encourage collaboration with healthcare systems, providers, and communities across Iowa and the region, as well as within our UI community. We believe teamwork - guided by compassion - is the best way to work.

· Accountability - We behave ethically, act with fairness and integrity, take responsibility for our own actions, and respond when errors in behavior or judgment occur.

· Respect - We are committed to ensuring that UI Health Care is an inclusive environment where individuals from the full spectrum of diversity - which includes identity, backgrounds, cultures, ability and perspective -feel safe, seen, and valued.

· Equity - We dedicate ourselves to equity and fairness in research, health care, education and health.

Percent of Time: 100% (40 hours per week)
Schedule: Mon-Fri, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Location: Bettendorf, IA
Benefits Highlights: Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life, and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans. Complete information regarding the full benefits package may be viewed at:

Required Qualifications:

· Certification or registration as a Medical Assistant or completion of a recognized one-year Medical Assistant Program, or

· Completion of a health care profession program with a curriculum incorporating elements of a Medical Assistant program including but not limited to pathophysiology, medical terminology, basic pharmacology and medication administration including dose calculation and psychology.

Desirable Qualifications:

· Previous experience in a cancer care discipline.

· Previous direct patient care experience

· Strong interpersonal skills

· Strong verbal and written communication skills

· Demonstrated competency in medical terminology

· Previous Epic experience

Application details:

Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position. Candidates must upload copy of their educational transcripts if they are not certified/registered as a Medical Assistant or if they have not completed a Medical Assistant Program.

Applicant Resource Center -

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Our Applicant Resource Center is now open in the Fountain Lobby at the Main Hospital.

Hours: Tuesdays & Thursdays 2:00pm - 4:00pm Or by appointment

Contact [email protected] to schedule a time to visit.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. For questions, please contact Joleen Timm, Radiation Oncology HR, at .

Contact Information

· Contact Name: Joleen Timm

• Contact Email:

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, gender identity, or associational preferences.

See requisition ID 24002244 for full details of qualifications.

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