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Certified Medical Assistant (CMA or LPN)
Location: Hiawatha, IA
Position Type: Full-Time
Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can build meaningful, lasting relationships with patients while maintaining a healthy work-life balance? Join a locally owned, patient-centered clinic that prioritizes personalized care and fosters a collaborative, supportive team environment.
Our client, a private outpatient clinic in Hiawatha, IA, offers an exceptional opportunity to work in an integrative wellness setting focused on quality over quantity. With a manageable patient load of no more than 12 patients per day, this clinic creates a space where both patients and staff thrive. This full-time position is perfect for a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) who is passionate about patient care, values teamwork, and is eager to build a long-term career where they can make a real difference in the lives of others.
Why You'll Love This Role
- Build Connections: Develop meaningful, ongoing relationships with patients in a welcoming, outpatient clinic setting.
- Work-Life Balance: Enjoy an 8-hour, Monday-to-Friday schedule with no weekends, so you can focus on your personal and professional goals.
- Team-Oriented Environment: Work with a small, close-knit team that values collaboration, communication, and a shared commitment to exceptional care.
- Integrative Healthcare Focus: Be part of a clinic that blends natural and conventional medicine, empowering patients on their wellness journey.
Key Responsibilities
Patient Care:
- Room patients, collect vital signs, and document interactions in electronic medical records (EMR/EHR).
- Provide education on medications, lab test kits, and treatment plans.
- Assist with preparing, packaging, and shipping lab specimens.
Administrative Support:
- Schedule appointments, check patients in and out, and collect copays.
- Call in prescriptions, process refill requests, and manage correspondence.
- Answer and triage calls while ensuring timely communication with healthcare providers.
Clinic Operations:
- Maintain clean, well-stocked exam rooms and manage inventory and supplies.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and emergency preparedness efforts.
- Collaborate with nurses, front office staff, and nurse practitioners to ensure smooth clinic operations.
What We’re Looking For
Education & Certification:
- Graduate of an accredited CMA or LPN program.
- Current CMA certification or valid state MA/LPN license.
- CPR certification (preferred).
Experience & Skills:
- At least 1 year of experience in the healthcare industry (clinic setting preferred).
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a patient-centered approach.
- Proficient in scheduling, inventory management, and administrative support.
- Familiarity with medical terminology, EHR systems, and documentation.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and adept at time management in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
Personal Qualities:
- Commitment to wellness and healthy living.
- Interest in integrative healthcare that blends natural and conventional medicine.
- Team-oriented mindset with a positive and adaptable attitude.
Benefits Overview
Our clinic offers a competitive benefits package designed to support your personal and professional well-being, including complimentary or discounted clinic services for employees and immediate family members.
Schedule
- 8-hour shifts, Monday through Friday.
- No weekends.
Apply Today!
If you’re ready to join a team that values personalized care, work-life balance, and a supportive environment, we want to hear from you!
