At DMU you will make a meaningful contribution to the dynamic future of Medicine and Health Sciences. DMU is seeking a Certified Medical Assistant (.8) who performs a variety of direct and indirect patient care duties within the Behavioral Health clinic.
What you’ll do:
- Welcome patients to the clinic.
- Gather clinical information from the patient and other sources. Document clinical information in the patient’s electronic health record (EHR); including taking and recording patient vital signs, medications, allergies, histories, and other clinically relevant information.
- Answer phones, take messages and follow-up on messages from patients, physicians and other staff members in a timely manner.
- Call in medication prescriptions as directed by the physicians/Physician Assistants.
- Prepare patients and the exam room for procedures; draw up any needed medications for procedures. Assists physicians as needed. Documents accordingly.
- Schedule appointments for referrals and other tests ordered by the physicians.
What we are looking for:
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) certification required.
- Prefer vocational experience in mental health field.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Proficient with computers.
- Commitment to and alignment with DMU’s mission and values.
*To see the full job description go to Position Description at the bottom of this posting.
Total Rewards:
Our employees are what make DMU special, so we treat them well! Our Total Rewards reflect this commitment. Qualified faculty and staff enjoy a generous employer contribution towards the medical plan, 10% retirement match, flexible work arrangements, community service time, tuition assistance, professional development funding, and access to wellness facilities with programs that promote a well-balanced lifestyle. Visit www.dmu.edu/employment to learn more about our benefits.
DMU is proud to offer employees generous benefits and perks, paid time off, free use of wellness facilities, and a host of employee engagement and recognition programs throughout the year.
About:
Founded in 1898, Des Moines University is a premier medical and health sciences institution comprising three colleges– College of Osteopathic Medicine, College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery, and College of Health Sciences – offering ten graduate degree programs.
Our mission is to improve lives in our global community by educating diverse groups of highly competent and compassionate health professionals.
It is an exciting time to join DMU. In 2023, we relocated our primary academic and operational offices to a new 88-acre campus in West Des Moines, Iowa, while maintaining an active clinic on our former campus. This state-of-the-art campus includes technology-rich, flexible education spaces that support innovative teaching methods and connect faculty and students across all of our programs. Our new research facilities include a vibrant and spacious open laboratory, designed to foster collaboration and innovation.
DMU enhances our community’s quality of life by educating outstanding health professionals and leaders; providing expert, compassionate patient care; serving the community in diverse ways; and stimulating the central Iowa community.
At DMU you will make a meaningful contribution to the dynamic future of Medicine and Health Sciences by supporting a diverse community of faculty and staff with programs and services across the employee lifecycle.
Required Documents:
Resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references required at time of online submission. Apply at www.dmu.edu/employment.
Department: Behavioral Health
Status: Non-Exempt
Work Schedule: (.8 FTE) 32 hours per week
Pay Rate: $28.15/hr