Top 126 Patient assistant Jobs in Des Moines, Ia

Medical Assistant
Eximia Clinical Research —West Des Moines, IA
- $20 - $26 an hour
- Contract
- Vital signs
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- BLS Certification
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10d
Medical Assistant
Turnwell Mental Health Network —West Des Moines, IA
- $20 - $26 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Patient monitoring
- BLS Certification
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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9d
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – In-Home Care | 20+/hr | Weekly Pay
BrightStar Care Iowa Cedar Rapids, Des Moines —Des Moines, IA
- From $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Surgery
- Pass drug screening
- Paid training
- Mileage reimbursement
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Medical Assistant
MercyOne —West Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- Vital signs
- BLS Certification
- Mid-level
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10d
Nursing Assistant (NA) - Full-Time Day Shift
Select Specialty Hospital - Des Moines —Des Moines, IA
- $18.00 - $21.94 an hour
- 12 hour shift
- Inpatient
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Certified Nursing Assistant / Non Certified Aide
Senior Suites Of Urbandale —Urbandale, IA
- Multiple hires
- Serving
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
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Compassionate Care Assistant
Grace Estates Adult Day Center —West Des Moines, IA
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Caregiving
- English
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Personal Care Assistant (PCA)
ChildServe —Johnston, IA
- Full-time
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Writing skills
- Adults
- Opportunities for advancement
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2d
Office / Data Entry Assistant - onsite - NOT remote
Noema Corp c/o Fedex —Des Moines, IA
- $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Google Workspace
- Customer service
- Office
- Flexible schedule
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2d
Part-Time Certified Nursing Assistant
Calvin Community —Des Moines, IA
- Part-time
- Adults
- Older adults
- CNA
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Certified Nursing Assistant Hospice Aide PRN
Gentiva —Des Moines, IA
- Per diem
- CPR Certification
- Residential
- Driver's License
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6d
Nursing Assistant / CNA / NAR - LTC
Presbyterian Homes & Services —Ankeny, IA
- $19.49 - $22.33 an hour
- Part-time
- English
- CNA
- Long term care
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
Medical Assistant (Part Time)
Medi-Weightloss —Des Moines, IA
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Communication skills
- Marketing
- Opportunities for advancement
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Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)/Unit Clerk
Naphcare, Inc. —Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Pass drug screening
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)-Day Shift-Part Time
Azria Health Park Place —Des Moines, IA
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- CNA
- Communication skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Medical Assistant
Medi-Weightloss —Des Moines, IA
- Mid-level
- Administrative experience
- Clinic
- Opportunities for advancement
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Administrative Assistant / Medical Assistant
Pink Couch Wellness —Waukee, IA
- From $24 an hour
- Full-time
- Vital signs
- HIPAA
- Administrative experience
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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11d
Full-Time Certified Nursing Assistant
Calvin Community —Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- Adults
- Older adults
- CNA
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Teacher Assistant Child Care
UnityPoint Health —Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- School experience
- Customer service
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
3d
Medical Assistant (MA)
Fyzical —Ankeny, IA
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- BLS Certification
- High school diploma or GED
- First Aid Certification

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Medical Assistant

Eximia Clinical Research -
West Des Moines, IA

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Job Details

Contract
$20 - $26 an hour
10 days ago

Qualifications

BLS Certification
High school diploma or GED
Medical assisting

Full Job Description

Job Description: Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Position Summary

The Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) provides direct clinical and administrative support to physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals. The CMA ensures efficient patient flow, accurate documentation, and high-quality patient care while maintaining compliance with clinical, regulatory, and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Duties

Prepare patients for examinations, procedures, and clinical trial visits.
Record and update vital signs, medical histories, and medications.
Perform basic clinical procedures: phlebotomy, injections, EKGs, specimen collection, point-of-care testing.
Assist providers with examinations, minor procedures, and treatments.
Administer medications and immunizations under provider supervision.
Ensure proper handling, labeling, and processing of laboratory specimens.
Support investigational product accountability (if in research setting).

Administrative Duties

Schedule patient appointments and manage visit reminders.
Maintain accurate and timely entry into electronic health records (EHR) or clinical trial management systems (CTMS).
Process referrals, prior authorizations, and insurance documentation.
Assist with regulatory and compliance documentation (HIPAA, OSHA, ICH-GCP for research).
Manage inventory of medical and office supplies.

Patient Engagement

Provide patient education on procedures, medications, and trial participation.
Address patient inquiries and escalate clinical concerns to providers.
Support patient recruitment and retention efforts in clinical trials.
Ensure culturally sensitive and patient-centered communication.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent (required).
Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program.
Current certification as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) through AAMA, AMT, NHA, or equivalent.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (required).
Phlebotomy skills (preferred in many settings).
Prior experience in a clinical, outpatient, or research setting preferred.

Skills & Competencies

Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
Knowledge of medical terminology, EHR systems, and clinical workflows.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations.
Detail-oriented with strong documentation skills.
Compassionate, patient-focused attitude.

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. occasionally.
Manual dexterity for clinical procedures.

Performance Metrics / KPIs

Patient throughput and scheduling efficiency.
Accuracy of documentation and compliance with EHR/CTMS.
Patient satisfaction scores.
Timeliness of lab specimen processing and reporting.
Compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and GCP (if in research).

Pay: $20.00 - $26.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

Do your compensation expectations align with our range of $20 to $26/hr

Experience:

Medical Assistant: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

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patient assistant jobs in des moines, ia

Medical Assistant

Medical Assistant

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – In-Home Care | 20+/hr | Weekly Pay

Medical Assistant

Nursing Assistant (NA) - Full-Time Day Shift

Certified Nursing Assistant / Non Certified Aide

Compassionate Care Assistant

Personal Care Assistant (PCA)

Office / Data Entry Assistant - onsite - NOT remote

Part-Time Certified Nursing Assistant

Certified Nursing Assistant Hospice Aide PRN

Nursing Assistant / CNA / NAR - LTC

Medical Assistant (Part Time)

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)/Unit Clerk

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)-Day Shift-Part Time

Medical Assistant

Administrative Assistant / Medical Assistant

Full-Time Certified Nursing Assistant

Teacher Assistant Child Care

Medical Assistant (MA)

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