UnityPoint Clinics
Clinical Care Attendant
(Certified Medical Assistant/LPN/EMT/Paramedic)
Jordan Creek Express Care
West Des Moines, IA
Monday-Friday: 3 x 12 hour shifts (8AM-8PM) per week, every 3rd weekend (Sat + Sun 8AM-8PM)
36 hours/week
Full-time + benefits
**$5000.00 sign on bonus for external hires.
We are seeking a motivated and patient-focused Clinical Care Attendant to join our Express Care Clinic. In this role, you will support healthcare providers in delivering efficient and high-quality care to patients seeking immediate medical attention. This is a fast-paced position that requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and a compassionate approach to patient care. If you thrive in a dynamic healthcare environment, we encourage you to apply.
The role requires Certified Medical Assistant/LPN/EMT or Paramedic, as direct patient care is the major component of this role.
- Assist healthcare providers with patient examinations, treatments, and minor procedures.
- Record vital signs, patient history, and symptoms accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR) system.
- Prepare examination rooms, ensuring they are clean, stocked, and ready for use.
- Administer basic treatments such as wound care, splinting, and administering injections as directed by healthcare providers.
- Provide patients with post-visit instructions and guidance on follow-up care.
- Assist with diagnostic tests, such as collecting lab specimens or performing EKGs, under the direction of medical staff.
- Facilitate patient flow by ensuring timely rooming of patients and managing appointment schedules.
- Communicate effectively with patients regarding their care and provide education on self-care and health maintenance.
- Ensure the clinic complies with infection control protocols and maintain a safe environment for both patients and staff.
- Support administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, handling referrals, and answering patient inquiries.
- Graduate of an accredited program and current licensure/certification for your scope of practice.
- LPN or CMA will be considered for this position.
- EMT or Paramedic will also be considered for this position.
- 1-2 years work experience in a Family Practice setting, Urgent Care, or related field required.
- BLS and Mandatory Reporter.
Why UnityPoint Health?
- Commitment to our Team For the third consecutive year, we're proud to be recognized as a 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 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 youre in.
- Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment Were 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 is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
- Community Involvement Be an essential part of our core purposeto improve the health of the people and communities we serve.
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