Certified Medical Assistant-Penn Avenue Cardiology

Certified Medical Assistant, Penn Avenue Cardiology

Des Moines, Iowa

Monday to Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm

**$5000.00 sign-on bonus for external candidates!

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Supportive work environment with a collaborative healthcare team.

Join an amazing team at a nationally recognized Top Place to Work in Healthcare!

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) to join our Cardiology team. This role is responsible for rooming patients, assisting with patient preparation, and supporting cardiologists in delivering exceptional patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Patient Rooming: Greet patients and escort them to exam rooms, ensuring they are comfortable and prepared for their visit.
• Vital Signs: Accurately measure and record patients' vital signs, including blood pressure, heart rate, and weight.
• Patient Preparation: Assist patients with gowning and other preparations for cardiac examinations or procedures.
• Medical Histories: Obtain and document patient medical histories, current medications, and any symptoms or concerns they may have.
• Equipment Setup: Prepare and maintain exam rooms and equipment for patient visits, ensuring cleanliness and readiness.
• Assistance: Support cardiologists during patient examinations, procedures, and diagnostic tests as needed.
• Patient Education: Provide patients with basic instructions and information regarding their visit, procedures, or follow-up care.
• Documentation: Ensure all patient interactions and care provided are accurately documented in the electronic health records (EHR) system.

• Certified Medical Assistant - current certification. Graduate of accredited program or apprenticeship program.
• BLS/Mandatory Reporter training.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact compassionately with patients and families.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, pharmacology, and cardiology procedures.

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 to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work.

• Area of Interest: Allied Health;
• FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.00;
• Department: Cardiology- Penn Ave PB;
• Shift: Monday to Friday, 7:30 am to 4:00 pm;
• Job ID: 155581;