Wellness Hormone Optimization Medical Weight Loss
Vela Wellness Clinic | Cedar Rapids, IA
At Vela Wellness Clinic, we believe healthcare should be proactive, personalized, and focused on helping people feel and perform their best.
We're looking for an energetic, compassionate Medical Assistant who enjoys connecting with patients and thrives in a patient-first, team-oriented environment. This role combines both clinical responsibilities and front office coordination, making it ideal for someone who enjoys variety and wants to grow within a modern wellness practice.
If you're organized, dependable, and passionate about helping others achieve their health goals, we'd love to meet you.
Position Summary
The Medical Assistant / Patient Care Coordinator plays a vital role in delivering an exceptional patient experience from the moment a patient walks through our doors until they complete their visit. This position supports our providers clinically while also performing lab draws, administering injections, assisting with front desk operations, patient communication, and clinic organization.
Clinical Responsibilities
- Prepare and collect lab draws on new and existing patients
- Administer medications and injections as delegated and permitted under Iowa law and clinic protocols
- Prepare patients for appointments by obtaining vital signs, medical history updates, and documenting chief concerns
- Perform medication follow-up visits and wellness check-ins
- Assist providers with examinations and procedures
- Educate patients on treatment plans, medications, injections, and lifestyle recommendations
- Maintain accurate documentation within the electronic medical record
- Monitor inventory of medications, medical supplies, and retail products
- Prepare treatment rooms and maintain a clean, organized clinical environment
- Follow all OSHA, HIPAA, infection control, and clinic safety protocols
Front Desk & Administrative Responsibilities
- Welcome patients and create a warm, professional first impression
- Schedule appointments and manage provider calendars
- Answer phones, respond to text messages, and assist with patient inquiries
- Verify patient information and complete intake paperwork
- Process payments and maintain accurate financial records
- Coordinate follow-up appointments and medication refill requests
- Support patient communication through phone, email, and text
- Assist with daily opening and closing clinic procedures
- Maintain an organized reception area and ensure a premium patient experience
- Perform daily cleaning and sanitation of exam rooms, medical equipment, and shared spaces
Qualifications
- Medical Assistant certification preferred (CMA, RMA, CCMA or equivalent)
- Well-affluent in performing lab draws/phlebotomy
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Professional appearance and positive attitude
- Comfortable using computers and electronic medical records
- Ability to work independently while supporting a collaborative team
- Dependable, punctual, and detail-oriented
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in a family practice, wellness clinic, medical spa, or specialty practice
- Experience with hormone therapy, GLP-1 weight management, or aesthetic medicine
- Familiarity with EMR systems
- Customer service experience in a healthcare setting
What We Offer
- Competitive hourly compensation
- Monday–Friday schedule
- No weekends
- No on-call responsibilities
- Employee discounts on wellness services
- Opportunity to grow within a rapidly expanding wellness clinic
- Positive, supportive, and collaborative work environment
Compensation
$20–$25 per hour, depending on experience, certification, and qualifications.
Schedule
- Full-time or Part-time opportunities available
- Monday–Friday
- Day shift
At Vela Wellness Clinic, every interaction matters. We're looking for someone who genuinely enjoys helping people, takes pride in delivering exceptional service, and wants to be part of a team committed to improving lives through personalized wellness care.
If this sounds like the right fit for you, we'd love to hear from you. Please submit your resume along with a brief cover letter telling us why you'd be a great addition to the Vela Wellness team.
Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
