Allergy Medical Assistant – Patient-Centered Care

AllerVie Health; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bi-weekly Pay

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Job summary

AllerVie Health in Alexandria, VA is seeking a Medical Assistant to join its allergy and immunology clinic team. You will gather patient histories, reconcile medications, and update electronic medical records, while assisting with allergy testing and immunotherapy under supervision.

The role requires familiarity with allergy practices and compassionate patient care. You will collaborate with clinicians and staff to ensure safe, high-quality care day after day at AllerVie Health.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with patients in a medical setting.
• Completion of a Medical Assistant program and Medical Assistant certification preferred.
• Understanding of basic medical terminology.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to function well in a fast-paced and at times, stressful environment.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of EMR system.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates technique for obtaining vital signs to include Ht/Wt. BP, Pulse, RR, Temp, and O2 saturation.
• Obtain spirometry and Niox testing on patients demonstrating appropriate technique and patient coaching.
• Competency and knowledge of general allergy practice, procedures, and medications. Understand the process of testing, diagnosis, treatment, and immunotherapy.
• Keep exam rooms well stocked and clean.
• Communicate in an effective and timely manner with the Department Lead and/or the appropriate members of the management team as needed for clinical, supply, HR, facilities, or billing matters.
• Display a high level of professionalism in patient/parent interactions, adhering to HIPAA. Provide anticipatory guidance as to visit flow for patients upon triage.
• Ability to appropriately document activities in EMR.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.
• This position may be required to travel to other clinics for staffing needs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Communication

Organization

Attention to detail

EMR knowledge

MS Office

Education

Medical Assistant program

Medical Assistant certification (preferred)

Tools

EMR system

Microsoft Office

Job description

AllerVie Health in Alexandria, VA is seeking a Medical Assistant to join its allergy and immunology clinic team. You will gather patient histories, reconcile medications, and update electronic medical records, while assisting with allergy testing and immunotherapy under supervision.

The role requires familiarity with allergy practices and compassionate patient care. You will collaborate with clinicians and staff to ensure safe, high-quality care day after day at AllerVie Health.