CMA/LPN/RN- Lakeview OB/GYN

Overview

UnityPoint Health

CMA/LPN/RN

OB/GYN Clinic - Lakeview

West Des Moines, IA

Full-time + benefits

Available Shifts:

Monday-Friday 7:30AM-4:30PM - 4 days/week - 1 day off

Monday-Friday 7:30AM-5:00PM - 4 days/week - 1 day off

We are seeking a compassionate clinical professional to join our team. This position is open to Certified Medical Assistants (CMA), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN), or Registered Nurses (RN). 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 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 focused on 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, health and vision 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.

Join our team of experts and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care including assessments, education, and triage in an OB/GYN setting.

• Support providers with in-office procedures (e.g., colposcopies, IUD insertions, biopsies).

• Administer medications and injections, including vaccines and hormone therapies, as prescribed.

• Assist with prenatal care, postpartum follow-ups, and routine gynecologic visits.

• Educate patients about reproductive health, pregnancy, contraception, and preventive care.

• Triage patient phone calls and messages, assessing urgency and coordinating appropriate follow-up.

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).

• Ensure compliance with all clinical policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

• Collaborate with front desk and administrative staff to ensure smooth patient flow and scheduling.

• Participate in ongoing staff education, quality improvement initiatives, and team meetings.

Qualifications

• Valid and current licensure/certification in one of the following:
• Registered Nurse (RN) – Active/Unencumbered RN license in state of practice or compact license including state of practice.
• OR Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Active/Unencumbered LPN license in state of practice or compact license including state of practice.

• OR Graduate of an accredited program for Medical Assistants (Certificate, diploma, or Associate’s Degree) required. 
• Certified or Registered Medical Assistant through one of the following required: 

• National Healthcare Association 
• American Association of Medical Assistants 
• National Center for Competency Testing 
• National Certified Medical Assistant  
• National Association of Health Professionals 
• American Registry of Medical Assistants 
• American Allied Health 
• American Medical Technologists
• Prior experience in a clinical or outpatient setting preferred
• Familiarity with EPIC is a plus!
• For positions within UnityPoint Clinic, team members may be required to work at or to float to other locations to support optimized staffing