CMA/LPN - Surgery
Dubuque, Iowa
Health system employer
Posted Aug 18
- Shift
- 8-hour days
- Hours a week
- 40
- Unit
- Surgery
What the listing says
Role
- Schedule
- 8-hour days · 5 a week · 40 hours
- Term
- Permanent
- Practice
- Epic charting
- Setting
- Clinic
- Accepts
- LPN
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About this role
Overview
UnityPoint Clinic
CMA/LPN - Surgery
Monday-Friday 8:00AM-5:00PM
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Full Time Benefits
We are seeking a compassionate clinical professional to join our team. This position is open to Certified Medical Assistants (CMA) or Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN). This clinical professional will provide support in patient care, assisting with exams, treatments, and patient education.
Why UnityPoint Health?:
At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.
Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few:
Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program. Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members. Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.
With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.
And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.
Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.
Responsibilities
Assist physicians during patient exams and procedures Room patients, record patient histories, vital signs, and document in the electronic health record (EHR) Administer medications, immunizations, and treatments per scope of licensure Educate patients on health, medications, and follow-up care Coordinate referrals and patient care follow-ups Ensure a clean, safe, and organized clinical environment
Qualifications
Valid and current licensure/certification in the state of Iowa as one of the following: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Iowa Board of Nursing Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) – accredited program with certification (AAMA, NCCT, AMT, NHA, NCMA, NAHP, AAH, ARMA or NHCA) Prior experience in a clinical or outpatient setting preferred Familiarity with EPIC a plus!
Sourced from UnityPoint Health’s careers page.
Requirements
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)
Benefits
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Adoption assistance
- Parental leave
Place
- City
- Dubuque, Iowa
- Median rent
- $948/mo
- Local household income
- $65,845/yr
- Metro price level
- 13% below the national average
- Address
- 350 N Grandview Ave, Dubuque, IA 52001, USA
rent and tenant-paid utilities
all local households, not nurse pay
Dubuque area index 87.3, where 100 is the national average.
Perched along the Mississippi River amid scenic limestone bluffs, Dubuque blends small-town warmth with historic riverfront charm. Nurses drawn to quieter Midwestern living will find a tight-knit community, modest traffic, and easy access to outdoor recreation along the river and surrounding hills.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
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UnityPoint Health is a regional healthcare system operating across Iowa and Wisconsin, with a presence in Fort Dodge, IA. The system has earned notable recognition, including being named a 2025 'Best Employer' by Forbes in its annual 'America's Best Employers…
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